Definition

An organism that lives together with another organism in a close relationship, often helping each other.

Example

The clownfish is a symbion that lives among the tentacles of the sea anemone.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a symbion?

Yeah, I read about them in a science article; they have some interesting relationships with other organisms.

Exactly! It’s fascinating how some species rely on their symbion for survival.

I know, right? Nature has so many amazing examples of cooperation.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Symbion → It is formed from "sym-" (from Greek "syn-", meaning together) and "bios" (meaning life). The word refers to an organism that lives together with another organism, often in a mutually beneficial relationship.

Memory Tip

Think of 'together' ('sym-') and 'life' ('bios') to remember that a symbion is an organism that lives together with another.

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