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anabolism

DEFINITIONS OF: anabolism

1

n the synthesis in living organisms of more complex substances (e.g., living tissue) from simpler ones together with the storage of energy

Synonyms:
constructive metabolism
Antonyms:
catabolism, destructive metabolism, dissimilation, katabolism
breakdown in living organisms of more complex substances into simpler ones together with release of energy
Type of:
absorption, assimilation
the process of absorbing nutrients into the body after digestion
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