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Meaning of melittin | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
mɛˈlɪt.ɪn

Definitions

A peptide, containing 26 amino acids, which is present in bee venom and has been used experimentally as an antibacterial agent, especially against penicillin-resistant bacteria.

countable, uncountable

Examples

“If enough bees sting⟳ an animal, the cardiotoxin component of melittin will work⟳ to arrest its heart.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

melittologist melittology melittophily melittoside meliturgy melitzanosalata

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