enzyme

en·zyme

noun \ˈen-ˌzīm\

Definition of ENZYME

: any of numerous complex proteins that are produced by living cells and catalyze specific biochemical reactions at body temperatures

Origin of ENZYME

German Enzym, from Middle Greek enzymos leavened, from Greek en- + zymē leaven — more at juice

First Known Use: 1881

Other Biochemistry Terms

bile, biodegradable, capsaicin, keratin, metabolism

Rhymes with ENZYME

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