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Definition of phytase in US English:

phytase

noun

Biology

  • Any of a class of enzymes found especially in cereals and yeast which convert phytic acid to myo-inositol and phosphoric acid.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in Journal of the Chemical Society. From German Phytase from ancient Greek ϕυτόν plant + German -ase.

Pronunciation

phytase

/ˈfʌɪteɪz/