Definition
cytolytic
adjective
- relating to or causing the destruction or dissolution of cells
Usage: technical; biology/medicine
Examples
- The cytolytic activity of the immune cells helped eliminate the infected bacteria.
- Researchers studied the cytolytic effects of the new drug on cancer cells.
- Cytolytic T cells play a crucial role in fighting viral infections.
- The venom's cytolytic properties allow it to break down cell membranes.
- Cytolytic reactions were observed when the antibodies bound to the target cells.