1. hexosaminidase [n] - See also: hexosaminidase
1. Enzymes that catalyze the hydrolysis of n-acylhexosamine residues in n-acylhexosamides. Hexosaminidases also act on glucosides, galactosides, and several oligosaccharides. Registry number: EC 3.2.1.- (12 Dec 1998)
