Enzymatic

/ˌɛnzaɪˈmætɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or involving enzymes, the proteins that catalyze biochemical reactions in living organisms.

Etymology

From 'enzyme' (Greek 'en-' meaning 'in' plus 'zyme' meaning 'leaven') plus '-atic' suffix. The term enzyme was coined in 1878 by German physiologist Wilhelm Kühne.

Kelly Says

The word 'enzymatic' connects ancient bread-making (leaven/yeast) with modern biochemistry - enzymes were first understood through fermentation, linking humanity's oldest biotechnology with cutting-edge molecular biology.

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