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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A putative virulence factor of the gram-positive bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae. It has a range of biological activity, including the ability to lyse and interfere with the function of cells and soluble molecules of the immune system. uncountable, usually

Etymology

From pneumo- + lyse + -in.

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