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cytolysis

Pronunciation: /sʌɪˈtɒlɪsɪs/

Definition of cytolysis

noun

[mass noun] Biology
  • the dissolution or disruption of cells, especially by an external agent.

Derivatives

cytolytic

Pronunciation: /ˌsʌɪtəˈlɪtɪk/

adjective

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Definition of cytolysis in the US English dictionary

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