Definitions

1. verb

to break down or decompose, especially by an enzymatic action

“The bacteria began to lyse the cell membrane.”

2. noun

the process of breaking down or decomposing, especially by an enzymatic action

“The researcher studied the lyse of the cellular components.”

3. noun

the process of dissolving or breaking down, especially of a cell or tissue

“The lyse of the tissue was accelerated by the enzyme.”