Peptidase

Pronunciation: /ˈpɛpˈtiˈdeɪz/

Peptidase (noun)

  1. A type of enzyme that breaks down proteins by cutting peptide bonds.
  2. A group of enzymes in the body that help digest food proteins into smaller pieces.

Examples

  • A peptidase cuts proteins into smaller pieces.
  • The peptidase cuts proteins into smaller pieces.