enzyme meaning

• Noun: enzyme  enzIm
  1. Any of several complex proteins that are produced by cells and act as catalysts in specific biochemical reactions

  Derived forms: enzymes

  See also: enzymatic, nonenzymatic, zymoid

  Type of: accelerator, catalyst, protein

  Encyclopedia: Enzyme

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  [Medicine]
  n : any of numerous complex proteins that are produced by living cells and catalyze specific biochemical reactions at body temperatures
  

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Examples

1. enzymes are large molecular weight compounds.
2. nitrate reductase is a short-lived enzyme.
3. the-ase ending is used to designate enzymes.
4. rhizopus secrets this enzyme into the bread.
5. these enzyme aggregates provide a mechanism.