aldehydase

/ˌældɪˈhɪdɪz/

Definitions

1. noun

An enzyme that catalyzes the oxidation of an aldehyde to its corresponding carboxylic acid.

“The aldehydase in the biological sample broke down the aldehyde compound into its acidic form, allowing for further analysis.”

Synonyms

  • aldehyde dehydrogenase
  • aldehyde oxidase

Antonyms

  • reducer
  • reductase