trehalase

/triˈhæleɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of trehalose, a disaccharide found in some bacteria.

“The scientist isolated the trehalase enzyme from the bacterial cell wall.”

2. noun

a type of enzyme that catalyzes the breakdown of trehalose.

“The researcher studied the trehalase in the laboratory to understand its function.”

Synonyms

  • trehalase enzyme
  • trehalosidase

Antonyms

  • trehalose synthase