1. Plural of cellulase; enzymes that break down cellulose into simpler sugars.
Usage: technical; biochemistry

Examples

• Cellulases are produced by many fungi and bacteria to decompose plant material.
• The enzyme cellulases play a crucial role in the digestion of plant fibers in herbivores.
• Industrial cellulases are used in the production of biofuels from cellulose.
• Researchers are studying cellulases to improve the efficiency of converting wood into ethanol.
• Termites rely on cellulases produced by symbiotic microorganisms to digest wood.