7 3 noun n noun
• any of the enzymes that catalyze biological oxidation
9 3 noun n noun
• any enzyme that catalyzes the splitting of proteins into smaller peptide fractions and amino acids by a process known as proteolysis
Example sentence • The activity of peptidase can be inhibited by certain drugs.
10 4 noun n noun
• any of a group of enzymes (occurring especially in plant cells) that catalyze the oxidation of a compound by a peroxide
Example sentence • The scientists used peroxidase to study the effects of oxidative stress.
13 6 noun n noun
• an enzyme (trade name Hyazyme) that splits hyaluronic acid and so lowers its viscosity and increases the permeability of connective tissue and the absorption of fluids
Example sentence • The doctor injected hyaluronidase to dissolve the dermal filler.
8 3 noun n noun
• leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure
verb
• spend or take a vacation
Example sentence • I love spending the holidays with my family.
11 5 noun n noun
• any of a group of enzymes (occurring especially in plant cells) that catalyze the oxidation of a compound by a peroxide
Example sentence • The activity of peroxidases can be measured using a colorimetric assay.
11 4 verb v
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9 3 verb v verb
• declare or make legally valid
Example sentence • She validates her parking ticket to get a discount.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a point located with respect to surface features of some region
verb
• put into a certain place or abstract location
Example sentence • This is a beautiful place to visit.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• installation from which a military force initiates operations
adjective satellite
• serving as or forming a base
verb
• use as a basis for; found on
Example sentence • She used a cake base for the chocolate tart.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• an occurrence of something
verb
• look over, usually with the intention to rob
Example sentence • The detective is investigating the murder case .
9 2 noun n noun
• a case with a handle; for carrying papers or files or books
Example sentence • He carried his important documents in a black leather briefcase .
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture
verb
• go after with the intent to catch
Example sentence • The police led a chase through the city to catch the bank robbers.
8 2 noun n noun
• a portable rectangular container for carrying clothes
Example sentence • I packed all my clothes in the suitcase .
8 2 noun n noun
• a piece of furniture with shelves for storing books
Example sentence • She organized her books neatly on the bookcase .
9 2 noun n noun
• housing for a crankshaft
Example sentence • The mechanic removed the oil filter to access the crankcase of the engine.
7 2 noun n noun
• someone deranged and possibly dangerous
Example sentence • He's a complete nutcase , always coming up with crazy ideas.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• a setting in which something can be displayed to best effect
Example sentence • The museum's showcase displayed ancient artifacts from Egypt.
8 3 noun n noun
• an organized body of related information
Example sentence • I need to update the database with the latest information.
5 2 verb v verb
• remove from memory or existence
Example sentence • I need to erase this pencil mark from my paper.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• any distinct time period in a sequence of events
verb
• arrange in phases or stages
Example sentence • She is going through a rebellious phase .
6 1 noun n noun
• an expression consisting of one or more words forming a grammatical constituent of a sentence
verb
• put into words or an expression
Example sentence • He couldn't understand the meaning of the phrase .
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the acquisition of something for payment
verb
• obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
Example sentence • I made a purchase at the grocery store.
4 1 noun n noun
• an open jar of glass or porcelain used as an ornament or to hold flowers
Example sentence • She placed the fresh flowers in a beautiful crystal vase on the dining table.
14 5 noun n noun
• an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of disaccharides into monosaccharides
Example sentence • Insufficient production of disaccharidase can lead to digestive problems.
7 3 noun n
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Example sentence • The activity of amidase in the liver helps in the detoxification of drugs.
12 5 noun n noun
• Any of a group of enzymes which catalyze the removal of a single amino acid from the end of a polypeptide chain
Example sentence • Some exopeptidases remove amino acids from the N-terminal end of a polypeptide chain.
11 4 noun n
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Example sentence • A deficiency in glucosidase can lead to impaired digestion of complex sugars.
13 5 noun n noun
• An antigenic enzyme, found on the surfaces of viruses, that catalyzes the hydrolysis of terminal acylneuraminic residues from oligosaccharides, glycoproteins, and glycolipids.
Example sentence • The neuraminidase inhibitor oseltamivir is commonly used to treat influenza.
12 5 noun n
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Example sentence • Many nucleotidases are required for the metabolism of nucleotides in living organisms.
9 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• (chemistry) a surface forming a common boundary between two things (two objects or liquids or chemical phases)
Example sentence • The computer's interface allows users to interact with the machine.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a cord that is drawn through eyelets or around hooks in order to draw together two edges (as of a shoe or garment)
verb
• spin, wind, or twist together
Example sentence • She wore a beautiful bridal lace dress on her wedding day.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• an official who carries a mace of office
Example sentence • The guard carried a mace during his patrol.
8 2 noun n noun
• a lace used for fastening shoes
Example sentence • I need to tie my shoelace before going for a run.
5 2 verb v verb
• cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of
Example sentence • He was abased by the criticism of his work.
9 2 noun n noun
• the part of the skull that encloses the brain
Example sentence • The braincase protects the brain from injury.
6 2 verb v verb
• corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality
Example sentence • He tried to debase his opponent's reputation by spreading false rumors.
6 2 verb v verb
• enclose in, or as if in, a case
Example sentence • He encased the fragile vase in bubble wrap before packing it.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• an artillery base to support advancing troops
Example sentence • We set up a firebase to secure our campsite.
6 2 verb v verb
• enclose in, or as if in, a case
Example sentence • I will bring an umbrella incase it rains.
6 2 noun n noun
• an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of a proenzyme to an active enzyme
Example sentence • Tyrosine kinases play a key role in cell signaling.
7 2 noun n noun
• any of a group of enzymes (trade name Lactaid) that hydrolyze lactose to glucose and galactose
Example sentence • People with lactose intolerance lack an adequate amount of lactase in their bodies.
10 3 noun n noun
• bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow
Example sentence • I need to wash my pillowcase today.
12 3 noun n noun
• a footrace of usually 3000 meters over a closed track with hurdles and a water jump
Example sentence • She watched the steeplechase from the sidelines, cheering for her favorite horse.
13 4 noun n noun
• an enzyme produced by some strains of streptococcus that can liquefy blood clots by converting plasminogen to plasmin; used medicinally in some cases of myocardial infarction and pulmonary embolism
Example sentence • The doctor administered streptokinase to dissolve the clot.
6 2 verb v Example sentence • She uncased her camera and began taking pictures.
9 2 noun n noun
• the distance from the center of a car's front wheel to the rear axle
Example sentence • The new sports car has a longer wheelbase than its predecessor.
13 5 noun n noun
• Any of several enzymes that catalyze the removal of hydrogen (a proton) from biological compounds.
Example sentence • Alcohol dehydrogenase is an enzyme that helps in the metabolism of alcohol.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• The purified, dry form of an amine, especially an alkaloid natural product, that is normally used in solution.
verb
• To purify a drug by crystallization.
4 1 noun n
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