<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>An enzyme, produced in the stomach, that in the presence of hydrochloric acid splits proteins into proteoses and peptones.</li><li>A commercial form of this substance, obtained from the stomachs of hogs, used as a digestive and as a ferment in the manufacture of cheese.</li><li>A lozenge or confection flavored with peppermint.</li></ul><p><strong>End of Response</strong></p>