stercorin

/stɛrˈkɔːrɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A hypothetical, hypothetical protein, or hypothetical proteins, that would break down feces in the gut.

“The researcher was studying the role of stercorins in the gut’s digestive process.”

2. verb

To break down feces in the gut, as part of the digestive process.

“The enzyme stercorinates waste matter in the intestines.”

Synonyms

  • breakdown enzyme
  • decomposer

Antonyms

  • poison
  • toxicant