CATABOLISM

catabolism, katabolism, dissimilation, destructive metabolism

(noun) breakdown in living organisms of more complex substances into simpler ones together with release of energy

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

catabolism (usually uncountable, plural catabolisms)

(biochemistry) Destructive metabolism, usually including the release of energy and breakdown of materials.

Antonyms

• anabolism

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10 June 2025

COMMUNICATIONS

(noun) the discipline that studies the principles of transmiting information and the methods by which it is delivered (as print or radio or television etc.); “communications is his major field of study”


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Coffee Trivia

Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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