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Answer for the clue "Cell-destroying antibody ", 5 letters:
lysin

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Word definitions for lysin in dictionaries

Wikipedia Word definitions in Wikipedia
Lysins , also known as endolysins or murein hydrolases , are hydrolytic enzymes produced by bacteriophages in order to cleave the host's cell wall during the final stage of the lytic cycle . Lysins are highly evolved enzymes that are able to target one ...

WordNet Word definitions in WordNet
n. any substance (such as an antibody) or agent that can cause lysis

Wiktionary Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. any substance or antibody that can cause the destruction (by lysis) of blood cells, bacteria etc

Usage examples of lysin.

By adding another fractional protein, lysin, the rats were made to thrive.