Meaning Of The Word Ptyalin

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Ptyalin Definition

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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