autolysis

/ɔˈtɑləsəs/
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Definitions of autolysis
  1. noun
    lysis of plant or animal tissue by an internal process
    synonyms: self-digestion
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    type of:
    lysis
    (biochemistry) dissolution or destruction of cells such as blood cells or bacteria
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