Hyper Dictionary

English Dictionary Computer Dictionary Video Dictionary Thesaurus Dream Dictionary Medical Dictionary


Search Dictionary:  

Meaning of LIPASE

Pronunciation:  'lIpeys

 
WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
[n]  an enzyme secreted in the digestive tract that catalyzes the breakdown of fats into individual fatty acids that can be absorbed into the bloodstream
 

LIPASE is a 6 letter word that starts with L.

 

 See Also: enzyme, gastric juice

 

 

Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: Any of many enzymes that help break down lipids by catalyzing the fracture of an ester linkage.
 

 

COPYRIGHT © 2000-2009 HYPERDICTIONARY.COM HOME | ABOUT HYPERDICTIONARY