PARASITE
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Parasite.
Parasite - as a noun
An animal or plant that lives in or on a host (another animal or plant); it obtains nourishment from the host without benefiting or killing the host
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
beingorganismHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
hostExample Sentences
"The tick is a type of parasite that feeds on the blood of its host."
"The farmer used insecticides to control the parasite infestation in his crops."
"The mosquito is a common parasite that can transmit diseases such as malaria."
"The tapeworm is a parasite that lives in the intestines of animals."
"The plant was weakened by the presence of a parasite on its roots."
Word Game Points
Is PARASITE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, parasite is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PARASITE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is PARASITE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, parasite is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPARASITE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is PARASITE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, parasite is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPARASITE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.