주로 고환에서 분비되어 남성의 2차 성징 발달과 생식 기능을 조절하는 스테로이드계 호르몬.
A steroid hormone that stimulates development of male secondary sexual characteristics, produced mainly in the testes, but also in the ovaries and adrenal cortex.
예문:
"The doctor recommended a blood test to check if his testosterone levels were within the normal range."
"Testosterone is essential for maintaining muscle mass and bone density in adult males."
남성 특유의 공격성, 활력, 또는 지나친 자신감을 비유적으로 이르는 말.
Used to refer to qualities such as aggression or excessive confidence that are traditionally associated with men.
예문:
"The locker room was thick with testosterone and competitive energy before the big game."
"The movie is a classic action thriller driven by pure testosterone and adrenaline."