digestive enzyme
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di·ges·tive en·zyme
(dī-jestiv enzīm)One that break down carbohydrates, protein, and fats from ingested foods.
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digestive enzyme
Any enzyme involved in digestive processes in the alimentary canal.
See also: enzyme
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