Anaerobic - English meaning

adjective

Relating to or requiring an absence of free oxygen.

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Anaerobic bacteria

adjective

Relating to or denoting exercise that does not improve the efficiency of the body's cardiovascular system in absorbing and transporting oxygen.

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Anaerobic exercise requires short sudden bursts of energy

adjective

Not needing or without oxygen

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Some bacteria can only live in anaerobic conditions., anaerobic exercise

adjective

Not needing or without oxygen

Usage examples:

Some bacteria can only live in anaerobic conditions.

adjective

(of exercise) using more energy than the body can produce by processing oxygen, for example because you are lifting very heavy weights

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Anaerobic exercise anaerobic exercise such as weightlifting can help build muscle.