Definition

Referring to organisms that grow inside another living organism, often in a symbiotic or parasitic relationship.

Example

The endophytic fungi help the plant absorb nutrients from the soil.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you hear about the endophytic fungi they found in that rainforest?

Yeah, I read that they can actually help plants grow better.

It's fascinating how something so small can have such a big impact on ecosystems.

Totally! Nature's full of surprises like those endophytic organisms.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Endophytic → It is formed from "endo-" (meaning within) and "phyton" (from Greek, meaning plant). The word "endophytic" refers to organisms, particularly fungi or bacteria, that live within a plant, often in a symbiotic relationship.

Memory Tip

Think of something that lives 'within' ('endo-') a 'plant' ('phyton') — that's why endophytic describes organisms that reside inside plants.

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