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symbiosis
/ˌsɪm.biˈoʊ.sɪs/
[/ˌsɪm.biˈoʊ.sɪs/]
mutual living relationship
Advancednoun
Definition
A close relationship between two different living things that often benefits both.
Example
The clownfish and the sea anemone live in symbiosis, each protecting the other.
The clownfish and the sea anemone live in symbiosis, each protecting the other.
Etymology
From Greek 'symbiosis', meaning living together.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in biology and figuratively for any mutually beneficial partnership.