Definition and Synonyms for Parasitic

Definition of Parasitic

1. Relating to or caused by parasites Adjective
2. Of or pertaining to epenthesis Adjective
3. Of plants or persons; having the nature or habits of a parasite or leech; living off another Adjective Satellite

parasite
Noun
pertainym
1
1. an animal or plant that lives in or on a host (another animal or plant); it obtains nourishment from the host without benefiting or killing the host
epenthesis
Noun
pertainym
1
1. the insertion of a vowel or consonant into a word to make its pronunciation easier
parasite
Noun
derivation
2
1. a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage
2. an animal or plant that lives in or on a host (another animal or plant); it obtains nourishment from the host without benefiting or killing the host

Words Rhyme with parasitic

Etymology for parasitic