maltase

noun

malt·ase ˈmȯl-ˌtās

-ˌtāz

: an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of maltose to glucose

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of maltase was in 1890

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“Maltase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/maltase. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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maltase

noun

malt·ase ˈmȯl-ˌtās

: an enzyme that accelerates the breakdown of maltose to glucose

maltase

noun

malt·ase ˈmȯl-ˌtās, -ˌtāz

: an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of maltose to glucose

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