Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ase
Suffix
/ˈeɪs/
Definition
A suffix used in the naming of enzymes, indicating a substance that promotes or causes a certain action.
Examples
- Amylase: An enzyme that helps digest starch.
- Protease: An enzyme that breaks down proteins into smaller peptides or amino acids.
Meaning
Typically signifies an enzyme related to the biochemical process it catalyzes.
Synonyms
- None (as a suffix)
