oxidase

[ok-si-deys, -deyz]

noun

Biochemistry.

1. any of a class of oxidoreductases that catalyze the oxidation of a substrate by molecular oxygen with the formation, in most cases, of hydrogen peroxide.

oxidase

/ -ˌdeɪz, ˈɒksɪˌdeɪs /

noun

1. any of a group of enzymes that bring about biological oxidation

Other Word Forms

• oxidasic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of oxidase¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; oxide + -ase

Example Sentences

In this study, the researchers used a zeolite called iron-modified aluminum silicate, paired with an enzyme called alcohol oxidase.

From Science Daily

Ado is originally an oxidase enzyme that adds an oxygen atom to the substrate -- isoeugenol.

From Science Daily

"We found lactate oxidase nanocapsules helped prevent the immune system from being weakened and overcome the immune suppression caused by the tumor," Cao said.

From Science Daily

Just like apples that turn brown after slicing, eggplants also contain the enzyme polyphenol oxidase.

From Salon

When printed on fabric and worn, pH indicators, for example, could convey information about skin health or dehydration; lactate oxidase could measure a wearer's fatigue levels.

From Scientific American