Meaning of the word enzyme in English

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enzyme

US /ˈen.zaɪm/
UK /ˈen.zaɪm/
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Noun

1.

a substance produced by a living organism which acts as a catalyst to bring about a specific biochemical reaction.

Example:
Digestion relies on various enzymes to break down food.
The lack of a specific enzyme can lead to metabolic disorders.
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