streptolysin

noun

strep·to·ly·sin ˌstrep-tə-ˈlī-sᵊn

: an antigenic hemolysin produced by streptococci

First Known Use

1904, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of streptolysin was in 1904

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“Streptolysin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/streptolysin. Accessed 4 Oct. 2023.

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streptolysin

noun

strep·to·ly·sin ˌstrep-tə-ˈlīs-ᵊn

: any of various antigenic hemolysins produced by streptococci

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