1. Plural of hydrolysate; products formed when a chemical compound is broken down by reaction with water, typically catalyzed by acid, base, or enzyme.
Usage: technical; chemistry; commonly used in biochemistry, food science, and pharmaceutical contexts

Examples

• Protein hydrolysates are used in sports nutrition supplements to aid muscle recovery.
• The enzyme breaks down the polymer into smaller hydrolysates.
• Food manufacturers use starch hydrolysates to create sweeteners and thickening agents.
• Collagen hydrolysates are popular ingredients in cosmetic and wellness products.
• The laboratory analyzed the hydrolysates produced during the acid digestion process.
• Enzymatic hydrolysates of cellulose can be fermented to produce biofuels.