Definition

Relating to parasites that live inside the bodies of their hosts.

Example

The endoparasitic organisms can cause various diseases in their hosts.

Conversation

Did you know that some animals can have endoparasitic infections?

Really? I didn't know that was a thing!

Yeah, it’s fascinating how those parasites live inside their hosts.

Nature is wild! I wonder how they affect the host's health.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Endoparasitic → It is formed from "endo-" (from Greek "endon", meaning within) and "parasitos" (from Greek, meaning one who eats at another's table, or parasite). The word describes organisms that live within a host and derive nourishment at the host's expense.

Memory Tip

Think of 'endo-' meaning 'within' and 'parasitos' meaning 'one who eats at another's table' — this helps you remember that 'endoparasitic' refers to organisms living within a host.

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