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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

diastase

/dɪˈæsɪz/ noun · British & US
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What does diastase mean?

noun

A diastase is an enzyme that breaks down starches into sugars. It is found in the saliva and pancreatic juice of humans and other animals.

Example

"The diastase in the plant's sap helped to break down the complex carbohydrates into simple sugars."

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