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Meaning of word katabolism from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.
katabolism noun
Meaning : Breakdown in living organisms of more complex substances into simpler ones together with release of energy.
Synonyms : catabolism, destructive metabolism, dissimilation
The synthesis in living organisms of more complex substances (e.g., living tissue) from simpler ones together with the storage of energy.
anabolism, constructive metabolism