Ectosymbiont
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ectosymbiont is a noun meaning (ecology) A partner in a symbiotic relationship that remains on the surface of its host or occupies a body cavity.
Meaning
(ecology) A partner in a symbiotic relationship that remains on the surface of its host or occupies a body cavity.
Word Forms
- ectosymbionts
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include exosymbiont, ectocommensal, epibiont, photoendosymbiont, exuviotroph, exoparasite.
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