basal metabolism

noun

Meaning

The minimum amount of energy required to maintain essential life functions while the body is at complete rest.

Examples

Your basal metabolism accounts for the majority of the calories you burn in a single day.
As people age, their basal metabolism often slows down, making it easier to gain weight.

Synonyms: resting energy expenditure, BMR

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basal metabolism

noun

Pronunciation: ˈbeɪzəl məˈtæbəlɪzəm

Definition

The minimum amount of energy required to maintain essential life functions while the body is at complete rest.

Examples

Your basal metabolism accounts for the majority of the calories you burn in a single day.
As people age, their basal metabolism often slows down, making it easier to gain weight.

Synonyms of basal metabolism

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