PARASITES
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Parasites.
Parasites - 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 doctor diagnosed the patient with intestinal parasites."
"Ticks are external parasites that attach themselves to animals and humans."
"The orchid's roots are invaded by mycorrhizal parasites."
"The farmer treated his livestock for various parasites."
"Bed bugs are common parasites found in mattresses."
Word Game Points
Is PARASITES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, parasites is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PARASITES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is PARASITES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, parasites is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPARASITES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is PARASITES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, parasites is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPARASITES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
