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Dictionary definition for: Parasite

1. (n) an animal or plant that lives in or on a host (another animal or plant) the parasite obtains nourishment from the host without benefiting or killing the host

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

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