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parasitical

/ˌpærəˈsɪtɪkəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does parasitical mean?

adjective

Relating to or resembling a parasite; living on or in another organism and deriving nourishment from it.

Example

"The parasitical relationship between the two companies was a major concern for investors."

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