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Cytolytic

Definition:

Adjective

1. Capable of causing lysis or destruction of cells.

2. Pertaining to substances or phenomena that cause the breakdown of cell membranes.

Sense 1:

Adjective

Having the ability to cause lysis or destruction of cells.

Example sentence: The cytolytic activity of the virus was responsible for the death of the infected cells.

Sense 2:

Adjective

Relating to substances or phenomena that induce the breakdown of cell membranes.

Example sentence: The researchers discovered a new cytolytic compound that could potentially be used in cancer treatment.

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