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metabolize

 

[ məˈtæb.əl.aɪz ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

biology

To metabolize means to break down substances in the body to produce energy and build cells.

Synonyms

convert, digest, process

Examples of usage

  • The liver plays a crucial role in metabolizing nutrients.
  • Exercise can help to speed up the process of metabolizing fats.
  • After eating, the body begins to metabolize the food to extract nutrients.
  • The body metabolizes carbohydrates into glucose for energy.
  • The process of metabolizing proteins is essential for muscle growth.

Translations

Translations of the word "metabolize" in other languages:

🇵🇹 metabolizar

🇮🇳 उपापचय करना (upāpachay karnā)

🇩🇪 metabolisieren

🇮🇩 metabolisme

🇺🇦 метаболізувати

🇵🇱 metabolizować

🇯🇵 代謝する (たいしゃする, taisha suru)

🇫🇷 métaboliser

🇪🇸 metabolizar

🇹🇷 metabolize etmek

🇰🇷 대사하다 (daesahada)

🇸🇦 استقلاب (istiqlāb)

🇨🇿 metabolizovat

🇸🇰 metabolizovať

🇨🇳 代谢 (dàixiè)

🇸🇮 metabolizirati

🇮🇸 umbreyta

🇰🇿 метаболизмдеу (metabolizmdеу)

🇬🇪 მეტაბოლიზება (metabolizeba)

🇦🇿 metabolizə etmək

🇲🇽 metabolizar

Etymology

The word 'metabolize' originated from the Greek word 'metabole,' which means 'change.' The concept of metabolism has been studied since ancient times, with early philosophers and physicians exploring the transformation of substances in living organisms. In the 19th century, the understanding of metabolism evolved significantly with the development of biochemistry and the discovery of enzymes. Today, the process of metabolizing substances is a fundamental aspect of biology and biochemistry.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,491, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.