MONOESTER LIPASE
\mˈɒnə͡ʊəstə lˈɪpe͡ɪs], \mˈɒnəʊəstə lˈɪpeɪs], \m_ˈɒ_n_əʊ_ə_s_t_ə l_ˈɪ_p_eɪ_s]\
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An enzyme of the hydrolase class that catalyzes the reaction of triacylglycerol and water to yield diacylglycerol and a fatty acid anion. It is produced by glands on the tongue and by the pancreas and initiates the digestion of dietary fats. (From Dorland, 27th ed) EC 3.1.1.3.
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