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anabolism

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a·nab·o·lism  (-nb-lzm)
n.
The phase of metabolism in which simple substances are synthesized into the complex materials of living tissue.


ana·bolic (n-blk) adj.

anabolism [əˈnæbəˌlɪzəm]
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Biochemistry) a metabolic process in which complex molecules are synthesized from simpler ones with the storage of energy; constructive metabolism Compare catabolism
[from ana- + (meta)bolism]

anabolism  (-nb-lzm)
The phase of metabolism in which complex molecules, such as the proteins and fats that make up body tissue, are formed from simpler ones. Compare catabolism.

anabolic adjective

anabolism
Biology, Physiology. the synthesis in living organisms of more complex substances from simpler ones. Cf. catabolism. — anabolic, adj.
See also: Organisms
constructive metabolism.
See also: Change
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.anabolism - the synthesis in living organisms of more complex substances (e.g., living tissue) from simpler ones together with the storage of energy
assimilation, absorption - the process of absorbing nutrients into the body after digestion
metabolic process, metabolism - the organic processes (in a cell or organism) that are necessary for life
catabolism, destructive metabolism, katabolism, dissimilation - breakdown in living organisms of more complex substances into simpler ones together with release of energy
Translations
anabolism [əˈnæbəˈlɪzm] nanabolismo


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