anabolism

noun

anab·o·lism | \ə-ˈna-bə-ˌli-zəm

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Definition of anabolism

: the constructive part of metabolism concerned especially with macromolecular synthesis — compare catabolism

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Regardless of an organism’s energy source, its metabolism is a balance of catabolism, breaking energy down into usable units, and anabolism, using those units for vital building projects such as bone growth. — Gemma Tarlach, Discover Magazine, "20 Things You Didn't Know About ... Metabolism," 6 Feb. 2017

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anabolism

noun

anab·o·lism | \ə-ˈnab-ə-ˌliz-əm

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Medical Definition of anabolism

: the constructive part of metabolism concerned especially with macromolecular synthesis — compare catabolism

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