commensal

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From Mediaeval Latin commensalis.

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commensal (not comparable)

Positive
commensal

Comparative
not comparable

Superlative
none (absolute)

  1. (ecology) of a form of symbiosis in which one organism derives a benefit while the other is unaffected

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Singular
commensal

Plural
commensals

commensal (plural commensals)

  1. (ecology) An organism partaking in a commensal relationship.

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From Mediaeval Latin commensalis.

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commensal

  1. commensal