Word: ptyalin
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: pty
a
lin
Definition: A form of amylase found in saliva that breaks down starch into maltose and dextrin.
Morphemes:
Affix: ptyalin
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A form of amylase found in saliva that breaks down starch into maltose and dextrin.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: πτύαλον
Language: grc
Decoded: ptualon
Meaning: saliva