lipase
/ˈlaɪpeɪz/ · lip·ase
noun
- Any of a group of enzymes which catalyse the hydrolysis of lipids. Lipase is an enzyme that plays a crucial role in the digestion of fats in the human body.
- A type of enzyme that breaks down lipids in the body. The doctor prescribed lipase to help the patient digest their fatty meals more efficiently.
verb
- To break down or hydrolyse lipids using an enzyme. The lipase enzyme helps to lipase the triglycerides in the food we eat.
Did you know? Lipase is an essential enzyme in the human body, and its deficiency can lead to serious health problems, including pancreatitis and malabsorption of fats.