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paracites

 

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Paracites

Description:

A paracite is a misspelling of the word "parasite" which refers to an organism that lives in or on another organism (the host) and benefits by deriving nutrients at the host's expense.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Referring to organisms:

Usage: Parasites can be found in various forms such as fleas, ticks, and lice.

Sample Sentence: The dog was infested with parasites, causing it to scratch incessantly.

Sense 2:

Referring to people taking advantage of others:

Usage: Some individuals can be described as parasites when they continuously exploit others for personal gain.

Sample Sentence: He lived off his parents' wealth without making any meaningful contributions himself, earning him the reputation of a parasite.

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