1. 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.