Lipase definition

Any of a group of enzymes that catalyze the hydrolysis of fats into glycerol and fatty acids.

Any of a group of enzymes, esp. from the pancreas, that aid in digestion by hydrolyzing fats into fatty acids and glycerol.

Any of a group of enzymes that catalyze the hydrolysis of fats into glycerol and fatty acids.

Any of various enzymes that catalyze the hydrolysis of fats, especially triglycerides and phospholipids, into glycerol and fatty acids.