biosynthesis
|bi-o-syn-the-sis|
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/ˌbaɪ.oʊˈsɪn.θə.sɪs/
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/ˌbaɪ.əʊˈsɪn.θə.sɪs/
life molecule creation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'biosynthesis' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'bio' meaning 'life' and 'synthesis' meaning 'putting together'.
Historical Evolution
'biosynthesis' was formed by combining the Greek words 'bio' and 'synthesis' in the 20th century to describe the process of life-forming complex molecules.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'putting together life components', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the production of complex molecules within living organisms or cells.
Cholesterol is produced through biosynthesis in the liver.
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Last updated: 2025/07/20 06:11