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endophyte

/ɛndəfaɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does endophyte mean?

noun

A fungus that lives within a plant, often providing nutrients to the plant in exchange for carbohydrates.

Example

"The endophyte in the grass helped it grow stronger and more resilient."

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