A class of enzymes of different specificities that catalyses the hydrolysis of tripeptides, producing a dipeptide and an amino acid. ... (05 Mar 2000) ... 
Type: Term Pronunciation: trī-pep′ti-dās′ĕs Definitions: 1. A class of enzymes of different specificities that catalyzes the hydrolysis of tripeptides, producing a dipeptide and an amino acid.