aliesterase
|al-i-es-ter-ase|
C2
/ˌæl.iˈɛs.təˌreɪs/
enzyme breaking down aliphatic esters
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aliesterase' originates from the combination of 'aliphatic' and 'esterase', where 'aliphatic' refers to organic compounds and 'esterase' refers to enzymes that break down esters.
Historical Evolution
The term 'aliesterase' was coined to describe enzymes that specifically target aliphatic esters.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to enzymes breaking down any ester, but now it specifically targets aliphatic esters.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of ester bonds in aliphatic compounds.
Aliesterase plays a crucial role in the breakdown of certain pesticides.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/21 21:06