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1. <chemistry> A combining form or prefix to indicate replacement of the C-17 side chain by H; thus, etiocholane is the 5b isomer of androstane.
2. A combining form or prefix meaning cause.
Origin: G. Aitia, cause
(05 Mar 2000)
Etienne Stephane Tarnier, etilefrine, etilefrine hydrochloride, etimizol < Prev | Next > etiocholanolone, etiolate, etiolation
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