biolysis

noun — 2 senses

biolysis

noun

Etymology From bio- + -lysis.

1

Biology, Natural sciences The decomposition of tissue and the subsequent death of the organism

2

the decomposition of organic material by living organisms, especially by microorganisms.

Derived terms
photobiolysis

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