Proteolytic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Proteolytic is an adjective meaning (biochemistry) Of, relating to, or promoting proteolysis.
Meaning
(biochemistry) Of, relating to, or promoting proteolysis.
Example Sentences
A recent study focused on the enzymatic and cytotoxic functions of jellyfish metalloproteases and identified diverse proteolytic effects including gelatinolytic, caseinolytic, and fibrinolytic activities.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include proteinase, protease, peptidase, peptidolytic, degradative, catabolic.
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