virilize

/ˈvɪrɪlaɪz/
verb
  1. To cause someone or something to develop male physical characteristics.
    • Some tumors produce hormones that virilize the body.
    • The hormone therapy was designed to virilize the adolescent boy during puberty.
    • Certain medications can virilize a female patient if taken in high doses.
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