amylohydrolysis
|am-y-lo-hy-drol-y-sis|
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/ˌæmɪloʊhaɪˈdrɒlɪsɪs/
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/ˌæmɪləʊhaɪˈdrɒlɪsɪs/
starch breakdown
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amylohydrolysis' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'amylon' meaning 'starch' and 'hydrolysis' meaning 'water breaking'.
Historical Evolution
'amylon' combined with 'hydrolysis' to form the modern English word 'amylohydrolysis'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'breaking down starch with water', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the enzymatic process of breaking down starch into simpler sugars.
The amylohydrolysis of starch is a crucial step in digestion.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/15 17:51