sulfatase

/sʌlfəteɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of ester sulfate groups, typically in a specific type of molecule

“The sulfatase enzyme was crucial in breaking down the complex sulfate compounds in the plant’s cells.”

Synonyms

  • sulfatase enzyme
  • sulfate hydrolase

Antonyms

  • ester sulfatase
  • sulfatase inhibitor