: any of numerous complex proteins that are produced by living cells and catalyze specific biochemical reactions at body temperatures
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Here, in Lancer’s The Method Polish, enzymes and physical exfoliants sync up to reveal a softer, dewier complexion.
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Jenny Berg, Vogue, 13 June 2025
Unfortunately, both alcohol and peroxide can irritate gums and cause gum sensitivity—this formulation uses a combination of natural enzymes and gentle oxidizers to lift surface stains on the teeth and prevent new ones from forming.
—Daley Quinn, Glamour, 11 June 2025
In people with a rare genetic deficiency of an enzyme called G6PD, methylene blue can cause a dangerous condition in which red blood cells break down too quickly.
—Lorne J. Hofseth, The Conversation, 3 June 2025
At the time, Biocon was still making industrial enzymes and had no experience in the drugmaking business.
—Amy Feldman, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
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Jenny Berg, Vogue, 13 June 2025
Unfortunately, both alcohol and peroxide can irritate gums and cause gum sensitivity—this formulation uses a combination of natural enzymes and gentle oxidizers to lift surface stains on the teeth and prevent new ones from forming.
—Daley Quinn, Glamour, 11 June 2025
In people with a rare genetic deficiency of an enzyme called G6PD, methylene blue can cause a dangerous condition in which red blood cells break down too quickly.
—Lorne J. Hofseth, The Conversation, 3 June 2025
At the time, Biocon was still making industrial enzymes and had no experience in the drugmaking business.
—Amy Feldman, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
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“Enzyme.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enzyme. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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enzyme
noun
en·zyme
ˈen-ˌzīm 
: any of various complex proteins produced by living cells that bring about or speed up reactions (as in the digestion of food) without being permanently altered
enzymatic
adjective
ˌen-zə-ˈmat-ik
enzymatically
adverb
-ˈmat-i-k(ə-)lē
Medical Definition
enzyme
noun
en·zyme
ˈen-ˌzīm
: any of numerous complex proteins that are produced by living cells and catalyze specific biochemical reactions at body temperatures
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