hydrolysate
/haɪˈdrɑlɪseɪt/
noun
- A substance produced by the chemical breakdown of a compound through reaction with water.
- The lab analyzed the protein hydrolysate to identify its amino acid composition.
- The plant fertilizer contained a fish hydrolysate that provided nutrients to the soil.
- Soy hydrolysate is often used as a flavor enhancer in soups and sauces.