saprozoic
adjective
- absorbing simple organic material and dissolved salts for nourishment: said of certain animals
- of a saprophyte, esp. an animal parasite lacking a functional digestive system, as the tapeworm
See saprozoic in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(săpˌrə-zōˈĭk)
adjective- Obtaining nourishment by absorption of dissolved organic and inorganic materials, as in protozoans and some fungi.
- Feeding on dead or decaying animal matter.
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