Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bacteriolytic
Adjective
/ˌbaktəˌrīəˈlitik/
Definition
Bacteriolytic refers to the ability to cause the destruction or lysis of bacteria.
Examples
- The bacteriolytic enzyme effectively breaks down the cell walls of the bacteria.
- Researchers are studying bacteriolytic agents to develop new antibiotics.
- Some types of white blood cells show bacteriolytic activity as part of the immune response.
Meaning
It describes a property or action that breaks down bacterial cells, leading to their death or dissolution, often used in the context of certain enzymes or immune responses that target bacteria.
Synonyms
- bacteriolytic agent
- bacterial cell lysis
- antibacterial
