English word cellulase comes from English cellulose, English -ase (Used to form the names of enzymes.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| cellulose | English (eng) | (organic compound) A polysaccharide containing many glucose units in parallel chains.. A complex carbohydrate that forms the main constituent of the cell wall in most plants and is important in the manufacture of numerous products, such as paper, textiles, pharmaceuticals, and explosives. Consisting of, or containing, cells. |
| -ase | English (eng) | Used to form the names of enzymes. |
| cellulase | English (eng) | (enzyme) An enzyme that catalyze the cellulolysis (or hydrolysis) of cellulose. |