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lysis
1[ lahy-sis ]
noun
- Immunology, Biochemistry. the dissolution or destruction of cells by lysins.
- Medicine/Medical. the gradual recession of a disease. Compare crisis ( def 4 ).
-lysis
2- a combining form with the meaning “breaking down, loosening, decomposition,” used in the formation of compound words:
analysis; electrolysis; paralysis.
-lysis
1combining form
- indicating a loosening, decomposition, or breaking down
electrolysis
paralysis
lysis
2/ ˈlaɪsɪs /
noun
- the destruction or dissolution of cells by the action of a particular lysin
- med the gradual reduction in severity of the symptoms of a disease
lysis
/ lī′sĭs /
- The disintegration of a cell resulting from destruction of its membrane by a chemical substance, especially an antibody or enzyme.
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Example Sentences
There is evil too inseparable from good (compare Lysis); not always punished here, as good is not always rewarded.
She was extremely clear-headed in her reason, and referred them to the Symposium and the dialogue on Lysis, to prove her point.
Some difference appears to be intended between the characters of the more talkative Menexenus and the reserved and simple Lysis.
This attracted Lysis, who was constantly turning round to look at us—he was evidently wanting to come to us.
Lysis and Menexenus gave a faint assent to this; and Hippothales changed into all manner of colours with delight.
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