-lysis

a combining form with the meaning “breaking down, loosening, decomposition,” used in the formation of compound words: analysis; electrolysis; paralysis.

Origin of -lysis

From Greek; see origin at lysis

Words nearby -lysis

-logic, -logue, -logy, -ly, -lyse, -lysis, -lyte, -lytic, -lyze, -machy, -man

British Dictionary definitions for -lysis

-lysis

n combining form

indicating a loosening, decomposition, or breaking down electrolysis; paralysis

Word Origin for -lysis

from Greek, from lusis a loosening; see lysis

Medical definitions for -lysis

-lysis

suff.

Decomposition; dissolving; disintegration:hydrolysis.