Pronunciation: /ˈlaɪˌpeɪs/
noun an enzyme that breaks down fats into fatty acids and glycerol
A1 Lipase is an enzyme that helps break down fats in the body.
A2 The doctor mentioned that my lipase levels were high, indicating a possible issue with my pancreas.
B1 The laboratory test results showed an increase in lipase activity, suggesting a problem with digestion.
B2 Researchers are studying the role of lipase in lipid metabolism and its potential impact on cardiovascular health.
C1 The pharmaceutical company developed a new drug targeting lipase to treat obesity and related metabolic disorders.
C2 Advanced techniques in molecular biology have enabled scientists to better understand the structure and function of lipase enzymes.
formal Lipase is an enzyme that helps break down fats in the digestive system.
informal I heard that lipase is important for digesting fatty foods.
slang My doctor told me my lipase levels were off the charts, whatever that means.
figurative Just like how lipase breaks down fats, we need to break down our problems into smaller pieces to solve them.
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