adenase
|ad-e-nase|
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/ˈædɪˌneɪs/
enzyme acting on adenine
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adenase' originates from the combination of 'adenine,' a nucleobase, and the suffix '-ase,' which is used to denote enzymes.
Historical Evolution
The term 'adenase' was coined in the early 20th century to describe enzymes that act on adenine compounds.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to enzymes acting on adenine, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/05/05 13:06