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lipolysis

/ˌlɪpəˈlaɪsɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does lipolysis mean?

noun

The breakdown or destruction of fat in the body, often as a result of dieting or exercise. A process in which the body uses enzymes to break down fat cells.

Example

"The doctor explained that lipolysis was a natural process that occurred when the body burned fat for energy."

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