saprozoic

saprozoic
saprozoic [sap΄rə zō′ik]
adj.
SAPRO- + ZO(O)- + -IC
1. absorbing simple organic material and dissolved salts for nourishment: said of certain animals
2. of a saprophyte, esp. an animal parasite lacking a functional digestive system, as the tapeworm

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sap·ro·zo·ic (săp'rə-zōʹĭk) adj.
1. Obtaining nourishment by absorption of dissolved organic and inorganic materials, as in protozoans and some fungi.
2. Feeding on dead or decaying animal matter.

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