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Synthase

Noun:

A synthase is an enzyme that catalyzes the synthesis of a particular compound or molecule.

Example Sentence: The ATP synthase is an enzyme that synthesizes ATP from ADP and inorganic phosphate.

Verb:

To synthase means to catalyze the synthesis of a compound or molecule.

Example Sentence: The enzyme is able to synthase lipids from basic building blocks.

Adjective:

The adjective form of synthase describes something related to the synthesis of a particular compound or molecule.

Example Sentence: The researchers utilized synthase proteins in their experiment to promote chemical synthesis.

Local usage:

In the local context, synthase can refer to a specific synthase enzyme that is widely used in a particular industry or region.

Example Sentence: The local bakery used the malt synthase to enhance the fermentation process of their bread dough.