Definition of Basal metabolic rate

1. Noun. The rate at which heat is produced by an individual in a resting state.

Exact synonyms: Bmr
Generic synonyms: Metabolic Rate

Definition of Basal metabolic rate

1. Noun. (physiology) The amount of energy expended while at rest in a neutrally temperate environment, in the post-absorptive state. ¹

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Medical Definition of Basal metabolic rate

1. The metabolic rate as measured under basal conditions: 12 hours after eating, after a restful sleep, no exercise or activity preceding test, elimination of emotional excitement and occurring in a comfortable temperature. Acronym: BMR (15 Nov 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Basal Metabolic Rate

basal ganglion
basal gland
basal granule
basal joint reflex
basal lamina
basal lamina of choroid
basal lamina of ciliary body
basal lamina of cochlear
basal lamina of neural tube
basal lamina of semicircular duct
basal layer of choroid
basal layer of ciliary body
basal medium
basal membrane of semicircular duct
basal metabolic rate (current term)
basal metabolic rates
basal metabolism
basal nuclei
basal nucleus of Ganser
basal part of occipital bone
basal part of pulmonary artery
basal placentation
basal plate of neural tube
basal ration
basal ridge
basal rod
basal seat
basal seat area
basal skull fracture

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