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lysin

noun

  1. type of protein that can break down cell walls
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˈlaɪsɪn/

noun

Etymology: From Ancient Greek λύσις (lúsis) + -in.

  1. any substance or antibody that can cause the destruction (by lysis) of blood cells, bacteria etc