Dictionary Entry

parasitism

noun

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Meaning

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a relationship where one organism lives on or inside another organism and causes it some harm

Example Sentence

The tapeworm’s parasitism weakens the dog by stealing nutrients from its intestines.

Usage Note

Use when discussing biology, ecology, or harmful one-sided relationships in nature or society.

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