Found 2 items, similar to katabolism.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: katabolism katabolism n : breakdown of more complex substances into simpler ones with release of energy [syn: catabolism, dissimilation, destructive metabolism ] [ant: anabolism]
English → English (gcide) Definition: katabolism catabolism \catabolism\ n. the breakdown of more complex substances into simpler ones with release of energy, in living organisms; destructive or downward metabolism; -- a form of metabolism, opposed to anabolism. See also Disassimilation. [Formerly spelled katabolism.] Syn: katabolism, dissimilation, destructive metabolism. [WordNet 1.5]