noun (used in scientific and technical writing, but not a standard English word) as in strong fondness

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lytic, lysin

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Example Sentences

Example:Viral enzymes are lytic and can destroy the host cells.

Definition:describing something that can cause the lysis of cells, typically used in a biological context.

From lytic

Example:Lysin is a component of bacteriophages that can lyse bacterial cells.

Definition:a protein that is capable of causing lysis, often found in viruses or bacteria.

From lysin