Definitions of acetylcholinesterase [əˌsit lˌkoʊ ləˈnɛs təˌreɪs, -ˌreɪz, əˌsɛt-, ˌæs ɪ tl-]

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Definition of 'acetylcholinesterase'

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1. (n.) acetylcholinesterase
an enzyme that counteracts the effects of acetylcholine by hydrolyzing it to choline and acetate.

Etymology: (1945–50)

Definition of 'acetylcholinesterase'

U.S. National Library of Medicine

1. acetylcholinesterase
An enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of ACETYLCHOLINE to CHOLINE and acetate. In the CNS, this enzyme plays a role in the function of peripheral neuromuscular junctions. EC 3.1.1.7.

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