Definition of Diastatic
1. a. Relating to diastase; having the properties of diastase; effecting the conversion of starch into sugar.
Definition of Diastatic
1. [adj]
Medical Definition of Diastatic
1.
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)
Origin: Gr. Separative. See Diastase.
Source: Websters Dictionary
(01 Mar 1998)
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