: the hydrolysis of proteins or peptides with formation of simpler and soluble products
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the WebThis action of protein breakdown (proteolysis) determines the structure and sensory properties of Parmigiano Reggiano and its high digestibility. John Mariani, Forbes, 13 May 2021
Word History
Etymology
proteo- + -lysis
First Known Use
1880, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
proteolysis
noun
pro·te·ol·y·sis ˌprōt-ē-ˈäl-ə-səs
plural proteolyses -ˌsēz
: the hydrolysis of proteins or peptides with formation of simpler and soluble products (as in digestion)