butyrinase

/bjuːtɪrɪˈneɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

An enzyme that catalyzes the breakdown of butyric acid.

“The researchers studied the role of butyrinase in the digestion process.”

2. verb

To break down butyric acid using the enzyme butyrinase.

“The bacteria in the gut can butyrinase the acid and make it less harmful.”

Synonyms

  • butyrate lyase
  • butyric acidase

Antonyms

  • butyric acid synthase
  • butyriferase