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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

commensal

/kəˈmɛnsəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does commensal mean?

adjective

Living on or with another organism without harming it, often benefiting from it. A person who eats with someone else, especially in a social or business setting.

Example

"The bacteria in the gut are commensal with the host, helping to break down food."

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