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There is 1 meaning of the word Heterotroph.

Heterotroph - as a noun

An organism that depends on complex organic substances for nutrition

Example Sentences

"A lion is a heterotroph because it obtains its energy by consuming other animals."
"A human is a heterotroph since we rely on consuming plants and animals for nutrition."
"Most animals, including dogs and cats, are heterotrophs that cannot produce their own food."
"The majority of fungi are heterotrophs that obtain their nutrients by decomposing dead organic matter."
"Birds, like sparrows and eagles, are heterotrophs as they depend on other organisms for food."
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Word Game Points

Is HETEROTROPH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, heterotroph is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HETEROTROPH has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is HETEROTROPH a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, heterotroph is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HETEROTROPH has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is HETEROTROPH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, heterotroph is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HETEROTROPH has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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