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symbiosis - What does it mean?

Definition of 'symbiosis'

English

(wikipedia)

Noun

(symbioses)
  • A relationship of mutual benefit.
  • # (ecology) A close, prolonged association between two or more organisms of different species that normally benefits both members.
  • (biology) A close, prolonged association between two or more organisms of different species, regardless of benefit to the members.
  • (possibly obsolete) The state of people living together in a community.
  • Derived terms

    * Symbionese