Definition

The process of breaking down and disintegrating organic tissue in the body.

Example

During the healing process, histolysis occurs as damaged tissues are broken down.

Conversation

Have you heard about histolysis?

Yeah, I read that it's basically the breakdown of tissues.

Right! It's interesting how our bodies can break down and rebuild tissue.

Absolutely, it's amazing how biology works!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Histolysis → It is formed from "histo-" (from Greek "histos", meaning tissue) and "lysis" (from Greek "lysis", meaning to loosen or dissolve). The word describes the process of the dissolution or breakdown of tissue.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tissue' ('histo-') being 'loosened' or 'dissolved' ('lysis') — that's what histolysis means.

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