free-living
(frē′liv′iŋ)
adjective
- indulging freely in eating, drinking, and similar pleasures
- Biol. living independently of any other organism: not parasitic or symbiotic
See free-living in American Heritage Dictionary 4
adjective- Given to self-indulgence.
- Biology
a. Living independently of another organism; not part of a parasitic or symbiotic relationship.
b. Moving independently; not sessile.
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