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Definition metabolism in British English

metabolism noun

[countable/uncountable] noun
/məˈtæbəˌlɪz(ə)m/
1

all the chemical processes by which cells produce the energy and substances necessary for life. Food is separated into the parts it is made up of to produce heat and energy, to repair tissues, and to help growth to happen

Example

exercises to speed up your metabolism

Synonyms and related words
abdominal alimentary canal anal
Definition metabolism in British English