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inquiline definition

in·qui·line (in′kwə līn′, -lin)

noun

an animal, usually an insect, that lives in the nest or abode of another, with or without harm to the host

Etymology: L inquilinus, inhabitant < in-, in + stem of colere, to till, dwell: see cult

Related Forms:

  • inquilinism in′·qui·lin·ism′ (-lin iz′əm) noun

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