What does LYTIC mean?

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Relating to or causing lysis, the disintegration or destruction of cells by rupture of their cell walls.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈlɪtɪk/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈlɪtɪk/

Origin and Usage: The word "lytic" comes from the Greek word "lysis," meaning dissolution or loosening. It was first used in the mid-19th century to describe the process of cell destruction. Today, it is commonly used in medical and biological contexts to describe viruses or other agents that cause the destruction of cells.

Synonyms: destructive, dissolving, disintegrating, decomposing, eroding

Related Words: lyssa, lyart, lyase, lymph, lycee

Example Sentences:

• The virus is known to have lytic properties, causing the destruction of infected cells.
• The lytic enzymes released by certain bacteria are responsible for breaking down the cell walls of other organisms.
• Researchers are studying the use of lytic peptides as a potential treatment for antibiotic-resistant infections.