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lactase

/ˈlæktəs/ noun · British & US
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What does lactase mean?

noun

An enzyme that breaks down lactose into glucose and galactose, found in the small intestine of humans and some other animals.

Example

"The lactase enzyme is essential for digesting milk and other dairy products."

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