adjective Biochemistry.
- capable of being subjected to a moderate degree of heat without loss of characteristic properties, as certain toxins and enzymes (opposed to thermolabile).
adjective
- (of certain chemical and biochemical compounds) capable of withstanding moderate heat without loss of characteristic propertiesa thermostable plastic Compare thermolabile
- not affected by high temperatures
adj.
- Unaffected by relatively high temperatures, as certain ferments or toxins.