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synthase

Pronunciation: /ˈsɪnθeɪz/

Definition of synthase

noun

[often with modifier] Biochemistry
  • an enzyme which catalyses the linking together of two molecules, especially without the direct involvement of ATP:nitric oxide synthasesCompare with ligase.

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Definition of synthase in the US English dictionary