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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)
beingorganism
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
host

A follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
leechspongesponger

Example 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."
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Word Game Points

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

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 Word
PARASITE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is PARASITE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, parasite is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PARASITE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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