proteolysis

noun

pro·​te·​ol·​y·​sis ˌprō-tē-ˈä-lə-səs 

: the hydrolysis of proteins or peptides with formation of simpler and soluble products

Examples of proteolysis in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Real meats contain glutamate as it is found in proteins, and it is released during proteolysis that occurs during meat aging and cooking [4]. —Catherine Hu, Discover Magazine, 12 May 2015

The three primary reactions that define cheese ripening are glycolysis, proteolysis, and lipolysis. —Ashton Yoon, Discover Magazine, 26 Sep. 2017

Using proton pumps and acid phosphatases, the parasite is able to resist degradation by proteolysis, further ensuring its survival within the macrophage. —Rebecca Kreston, Discover Magazine, 4 Nov. 2011

This action of protein breakdown (proteolysis) determines the structure and sensory properties of Parmigiano Reggiano and its high digestibility. —John Mariani, Forbes, 13 May 2021

Word History

Etymology

proteo- + -lysis

First Known Use

1880, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for proteolysis

• hydrogenolysis
• thrombolysis

Medical Definition

proteolysis

noun

pro·​te·​ol·​y·​sis ˌprōt-ē-ˈäl-ə-səs 

plural proteolyses -ˌsēz 

: the hydrolysis of proteins or peptides with formation of simpler and soluble products (as in digestion)