lipase

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

A widely distributed ferment occurring in both the animal and the vegetable world, which splits fats into fatty acids and glycerin, is also capable of bringing about the synthesis of fats, and is thus reversible in its action. The synthetic activity of this ferment was first demonstrated by Kastle and Loeven-hart, and Hanriot.

Any of a group of enzymes which catalyses the hydrolysis of lipids.

an enzyme secreted in the digestive tract that catalyzes the breakdown of fats into individual fatty acids that can be absorbed into the bloodstream