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Destructive or downward metabolism; regressive metamorphism; -- opposed to anabolism. See Disassimilation.

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  1. n. Destructive or downward metabolism; regressive metamorphism; -- opposed to anabolism. See Disassimilation.
  2. n. breakdown in living organisms of more complex substances into simpler ones together with release of energy
  3. Destructive or downward metabolism; regressive metamorphism; -- opposed to anabolism. See Disassimilation.
  4. Destructive or downward metabolism; regressive metamorphism; --opposed to anabolism. See Disassimilation.
  5. n breakdown in living organisms of more complex substances into simpler ones together with release of energy