Proteolytically

Pronunciation: /ˈpɹoʊˈteɪoʊˈɫaɪˈtiˈkæɫəli/

Proteolytically (adv)

  1. In a way that breaks down proteins into smaller parts using enzymes or similar chemical actions.
  2. Describing reactions where enzymes cut protein molecules at specific points.

Proteolytically (adverb)

Examples

  • The bacteria break down food proteolytically.
  • Your body digests proteins proteolytically.