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TeachMeFinance.com - explain Diethylstibestrol (DES) Diethylstibestrol (DES) The term 'Diethylstibestrol (DES) ' as it applies to the area of agriculture can be defined as ' A synthetic estrogen hormone. DES was used widely in the United States as a growth promoter in cattle and sheep and as a treatment for estrogen-deficiency disorders in veterinary medicine, and for postcoital contraception. However, because of its carcinogenic properties and other adverse effects, the Food and Drug Administration has revoked all use of it in food-producing animals'. Previous 5 Terms: Diesel fuel Diesel fuel system Diesel-electric plant Dietary Guidelines for Americans Dietary supplements Next 5 Terms: Diethylstilbestrol (Des) difference Differential assessment differential erosion - weathering Differential head (unbalanced head) About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005-2011 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical, legal or financial advice. Information presented at TeachMeFinance.com is provided on an "AS-IS" basis. Please read the disclaimer for details.