anabolism
[ uh-nab-uh-liz-uh m ]
/ əˈnæb əˌlɪz əm /
noun Biology, Physiology.
constructive metabolism; the synthesis in living organisms of more complex substances from simpler ones (opposed to catabolism).
Origin of anabolism
First recorded in 1885–90;
ana- +
(meta)bolism
OTHER WORDS FROM anabolism
an·a·bol·ic [an-uh-bol-ik] /ˌæn əˈbɒl ɪk/, adjective hy·per·an·a·bol·ic, adjective hy·per·a·nab·o·lism, nounWords nearby anabolism
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anabolic steroid,
anabolic steroids,
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anacanthous,
anacardiaceous,
anacharis
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British Dictionary definitions for anabolism
anabolism
/ (əˈnæbəˌlɪzəm) /
noun
a metabolic process in which complex molecules are synthesized from simpler ones with the storage of energy; constructive metabolism
Compare catabolism
Word Origin for anabolism
C19: from
ana- + (
meta)
bolism
Medical definitions for anabolism
anabolism
[ ə-năb′ə-lĭz′əm ]
n.
The phase of metabolism in which simple substances are synthesized into the complex materials of living tissue.
Other words from anabolism
an′a•bol′ic (ăn′ə-bŏl′ĭk) adj.Scientific definitions for anabolism
anabolism
[ ə-năb′ə-lĭz′əm ]
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.
Other words from anabolism
anabolic adjectiveCultural definitions for anabolism
notes for anabolism
Athletes often attempt to improve their performance by speeding up this molecule-building process through the use of drugs called anabolic
steroids, despite the potential health risks involved. This use is outlawed in many athletic competitions, such as the
Olympic Games.