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English word origin

Etymology of nisin

Blend of group N + streptococci + inhibitory substance.

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Unnumbered source etymology

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noun

A polycyclic peptide produced by fermentation with the bacterium Lactococcus lactis; used as a preservative in processed cheese etc.

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Blend of group N + streptococci + inhibitory substance.

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