Definitions

1. noun

A substance that promotes the growth or repair of tissue, especially a hormone or other chemical that stimulates the production of proteins in cells.

“The doctor prescribed an anabolite to help the athlete recover from his injury.”

2. noun

A compound or molecule that is involved in anabolic processes, such as protein synthesis, in the body.

“The anabolite was found to play a crucial role in the body’s ability to repair damaged muscle tissue.”