Meaning & use
metabolic
Relating to metabolism, the chemical processes that keep a living organism's cells functioning and alive.
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A slow metabolic rate can make it harder for some people to lose weight.
The doctor ordered tests to check for any underlying metabolic disorder.
A note on using this word
Metabolic is the adjective form; the related noun is 'metabolism,' the set of chemical reactions themselves.
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