metabolize
/məˈtæbəˌlaɪz/
verb
- To break down or build up substances in a living thing through chemical processes, especially to get energy or make new cells.
- Athletes need to metabolize nutrients efficiently to perform at their best.
- The liver helps metabolize drugs and remove toxins from the body.
- Certain bacteria can metabolize oil, helping to clean up spills in the ocean.
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