melittin

Meaning

Noun

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.

Origin

Borrowed from German Melittin, from μέλιττα + -in.

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