peptidase

[US]/ˈpɛp.tɪ.deɪz/
[UK]/ˈpɛp.tɪ.deɪz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a type of enzyme that breaks down peptides into amino acids

Phrases & Collocations

serine peptidase

cysteine peptidase

metallopeptidase

aspartic peptidase

peptidase activity

peptidase family

peptidase inhibitor

peptidase assay

peptidase gene

peptidase substrate

Example Sentences

the peptidase enzyme plays a crucial role in digestion.

researchers are studying the effects of peptidase on protein breakdown.

peptidase inhibitors can be used to treat certain diseases.

understanding peptidase activity is important for biochemistry.

peptidase is essential for the maturation of many proteins.

scientists discovered a new type of peptidase in the human body.

the role of peptidase in immune response is being explored.

peptidase activity can vary significantly between different species.

some peptidases are involved in the breakdown of food allergens.

peptidase assays are commonly used in laboratory settings.

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