Esterase
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈɛstəreɪz/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Esterase is a noun meaning (biochemistry) Any enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of an ester.
Meaning
(biochemistry) Any enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of an ester.
Word Forms
- esterases
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