Meaning Of The Word Ptyalin

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What's The Definition Of Ptyalin?

ptyalin in American English
an amylase in the saliva of humans and some other animals that converts starch into various dextrins and maltose
noun: an enzyme in the saliva that converts starch into dextrin and maltose

ptyalin in British English
noun: an amylase secreted in the saliva of humans and other animals

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