A sign, shape, or object that is used to represent something else, such as a concept, organization, or process.
sym+bol
Shared component: bol · throw
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bol
throw
Related forms: bol · 12 words in this dictionary
Related words
Shared components, not spelling prefixesExtremely evil or cruel; characteristic of the Devil.
dia+bol+ic
Shared component: bol · throw
Relating to or involving the chemical processes that occur within a living organism to maintain life.
meta+bol+ic
Shared component: bol · throw
Relating to or promoting anabolism; the metabolic synthesis of complex molecules from simpler ones, often involving the building of tissues.
ana+bol+ic
Shared component: bol · throw
Relating to or marked by hyperbole; exaggerated.
hyper+bol+ic
Shared component: bol · throw
To process a substance in the body through chemical reactions to produce energy or new materials.
meta+bol+ize
Shared component: bol · throw
In a way that relates to metabolism, the chemical processes in a living organism that produce energy and basic materials.
meta+bol+ically
Shared component: bol · throw
parabolaExtended relation
a type of curve like the path of something thrown into the air and coming down again.
para+bola
Extended relation: bol · throw
embolismExtended relation
The obstruction of a blood vessel by a clot of blood or an air bubble.
embol+ism
Extended relation: bol · throw
parabolicExtended relation
Relating to or shaped like a parabola.
para+bol+ic
Extended relation: bol · throw
metaboliteExtended relation
a substance produced or used during the process of metabolism.
meta+bol+ite
Extended relation: bol · throw
hyperbolicallyExtended relation
In a way that uses or is like a hyperbole; in an exaggerated manner.
hyper+bol+ically
Extended relation: bol · throw