diastatic Meaning, Definition & Usage

Di`a*stat"ic adjective

Etymology

Gr. separative. See Diastase.

Definitions

1. (Physiol. Chem.) Relating to diastase; having the properties of diastase; effecting the conversion of starch into sugar.

   The influence of acids and alkalies on the diastatic action of saliva. Lauder Brunton.