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)