TROPHOBIOSIS
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Trophobiosis.
Trophobiosis - as a noun
A symbiotic relation in which one organism protects the other in return for some kind of food product
Example Sentences
"The ants protect and care for the aphids in trophobiosis."
"The ants in trophobiosis often stroke the aphids with their antennae to stimulate the production of honeydew."
"The aphids benefit from trophobiosis by being protected from predators and receiving shelter."
"Some species of mealybugs also engage in trophobiosis with ants."
"Many scientists study the ecological significance of trophobiosis."
Word Game Points
Is TROPHOBIOSIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, trophobiosis is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
TROPHOBIOSIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.
Is TROPHOBIOSIS a valid Words With Friends word?
No, trophobiosis is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid WordTROPHOBIOSIS is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is TROPHOBIOSIS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, trophobiosis is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTROPHOBIOSIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.