Meaning Of The Word Lysozyme

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What's The Definition Of Lysozyme?

lysozyme in American English
an enzyme present in egg white, tears, saliva, etc. that can kill certain bacteria by dissolving the cell walls
noun: an enzyme that is destructive of bacteria and functions as an antiseptic, found in tears, leukocytes, mucus, egg albumin, and certain plants

lysozyme in British English
noun: an enzyme occurring in tears, certain body tissues, and egg white: destroys bacteria by hydrolysing polysaccharides in their cell walls

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