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lysis

noun

(biochemistry) dissolution or destruction of cells such as blood cells or bacteria

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Word length
5
Starts with
L
Ends with
S
Contains
YS
Scrabble score
8

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Pronunciation

ˈlaɪsɪs

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noun

  1. (biochemistry) dissolution or destruction of cells such as blood cells or bacteria

noun

  1. Recuperation in which the symptoms of an acute disease gradually subside

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