Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lyse
verb
/laɪs/
Definition
To cause the disintegration or rupture of a cell membrane, resulting in the release of the cell’s contents.
Examples
- The enzyme can lyse bacterial cells, leading to their death.
- During the experiment, scientists observed how the virus could lyse host cells.
- Certain detergents are used to lyse cells in laboratory procedures.
Meaning
The process of cell breakdown or destruction.
Synonyms
- rupture
- break down
- disintegrate
