metabolic rate — the rate at which the body uses energy while at rest to maintain vital functions
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the rate at which the body uses energy while at rest to maintain vital functions
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌmetəˈbɑːlɪk reɪt/
Example Sentences
- My friend claims his slow metabolic rate is why he gains weight just by looking at pizza.
- Regular exercise can significantly improve your metabolic rate.
- She drinks green tea all day hoping to speed up her metabolic rate, but mostly just runs to the bathroom.
metabolic rate
NOUN[/ˌmetəˈbɑːlɪk reɪt/]
the rate at which the body uses energy while at rest to maintain vital functions
the rate at which the body uses energy while at rest to maintain vital functions
Your metabolic rate determines your fate, even in a resting state!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The term combines Greek 'metabole' (change, transformation) and Latin 'ratum' (rate, proportion). It emerged in the 19th century to describe the speed of chemical transformations occurring within living organisms.
Breakdown
meta- (beyond, change) + -bol- (throw, cast) + -ic (adjective suffix) + rate (Latin ratum, proportion or fixed amount).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My friend claims his slow metabolic rate is why he gains weight just by looking at pizza.”
“Regular exercise can significantly improve your metabolic rate.”
“She drinks green tea all day hoping to speed up her metabolic rate, but mostly just runs to the bathroom.”
“Age tends to decrease metabolic rate, which is why many adults gain weight over time.”
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