streptolysin

noun

strep·​to·​ly·​sin ˌstrep-tə-ˈlī-sᵊn How to pronounce streptolysin (audio)
: an antigenic hemolysin produced by streptococci

Word History

First Known Use

1904, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of streptolysin was in 1904

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Cite this Entry

“Streptolysin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/streptolysin. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

streptolysin

noun
strep·​to·​ly·​sin ˌstrep-tə-ˈlīs-ᵊn How to pronounce streptolysin (audio)
: any of various antigenic hemolysins produced by streptococci
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