coreductase

/kɒriˈdʌktɑːz/

Definitions

1. noun

An enzyme that catalyzes the reduction of a compound, often involved in redox reactions.

“The researchers studied the role of coreductase in the metabolic pathway of the newly discovered species.”

2. verb

To cause a compound to undergo reduction, often through the action of an enzyme.

“The coreductase enzyme coreduced the oxidized molecule back to its original state.”

Synonyms

  • reductase
  • reductase enzyme

Antonyms

  • oxidase
  • oxidizing enzyme