PROTEINASE

protease, peptidase, proteinase, proteolytic enzyme

(noun) any enzyme that catalyzes the splitting of proteins into smaller peptide fractions and amino acids by a process known as proteolysis

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

proteinase (plural proteinases)

(enzyme) protease

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16 April 2025

RACY

(adjective) marked by richness and fullness of flavor; “a rich ruby port”; “full-bodied wines”; “a robust claret”; “the robust flavor of fresh-brewed coffee”


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