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The correct spelling is parasite.
How to pronounce parasite
noun
IPA: /ˈpæɹəˌsaɪt/
Say it like: Par-asi-te
The correct spelling is parasite. A person who lives on other people's efforts or expense and gives little or nothing back. For example: "Lice, fleas, ticks and mites are widely spread parasites."
Usage Examples
“Lice, fleas, ticks and mites are widely spread parasites.”
Definition
noun
- 1.A person who lives on other people's efforts or expense and gives little or nothing back.
- 2.A sycophant or hanger-on.
- 3.An organism that lives on or in another organism of a different species, deriving benefit from living on or in that other organism, while not contributing towards that other organism sufficiently to cover the cost to that other organism.
- 4.A climbing plant which is supported by a wall, trellis etc.
- 5.A retainer or companion of an ancient Celtic warrior, who praised him in song or poetry at gatherings; a bard.
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