Definition of Nisin

1. Noun. (biochemistry) a polycyclic peptide produced by fermentation with the bacterium ''Lactococcus lactis''; used as a preservative in processed cheese etc ¹

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Medical Definition of Nisin

1. A 34-amino acid polypeptide antibiotic produced by streptococcus lactis. It has been used as a food preservative in canned fruits and vegetables, and cheese. Pharmacological action: antibiotics, peptide, food preservatives. Chemical name: Nisin (12 Dec 1998)

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nisin (current term)
nisoldipine
nisoxetine
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nit-picker
nit-picking
nit-picky

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