acylase
|a-cy-lase|
C1
/ˈæsɪleɪs/
enzyme for acyl groups
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acylase' originates from the combination of 'acyl,' referring to an acyl group, and the suffix '-ase,' which is used to denote enzymes.
Historical Evolution
'Acylase' was formed by combining the term 'acyl' with the enzyme suffix '-ase' in modern scientific nomenclature.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any enzyme that acts on acyl groups, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of acyl groups from acylated compounds.
Acylase is used in the production of certain antibiotics.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/23 06:21