neuraminidase

/ ˌnjʊərəˈmɪnɪdeɪz /

noun

1. any of various enzymes, found esp in viruses, that catalyse the breakdown of glucosides containing neuraminic acid, an amino sugar

Word History and Origins

Origin of neuraminidase¹

C20: from neuramin ( ic acid ) (from neuro- + amine + -ic ) + -ide + -ase