pectosase

[/pɛkˈtoʊseɪs/]

Definitions

1. noun

An obsolete term for pectinase, an enzyme that breaks down pectin.

“The biochemist studied the pectosase in the fruit to understand its role in decomposition.”

Synonyms

  • pectinase
  • pectolyase

Antonyms

  • pectinase inhibitor
  • pectinogen