Lyse

/ˈlaɪz/ name, verb

name, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb
  1. 1
    To burst or cut a cell or cell structure; to induce lysis.
  2. 2
    To break down molecularly into smaller molecules; to induce lysis.
Proper Noun
  1. 1
    A female given name.

Etymology

Back-formation from lysis.

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