parasite

noun

What does parasite mean?

An organism that lives on or inside another living thing, called a host, and gets nourishment or other benefits from it, often harming the host in the process; the word can also describe a person who depends on others for support while giving little or nothing in return.

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Related terms

Words that are semantically related. nagana disease

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Apr 29, 2026

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