Hydrolase is a term used in biochemistry to describe an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of various organic compounds. There are various synonyms associated with hydrolase that include peptidases, lipases, amylases, cellulases, chitinases, and proteases. These synonyms reflect specific types of hydrolases that target different types of bonds in various organic compounds such as peptides, lipids, and carbohydrates. Peptidases are involved in breaking down proteins, while lipases are involved in the hydrolysis of lipids. Amylases, cellulases, and chitinases all play a role in breaking down complex carbohydrates into simpler forms. Proteases, on the other hand, break down proteins into their constituent amino acids. The various types of hydrolases are involved in various biological processes and play a vital role in many biochemical reactions.