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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

saprotroph

/sæˈprɒtrɒf/ noun · British & US
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What does saprotroph mean?

noun

An organism that obtains its nutrients by decomposing and absorbing the organic matter of other organisms, typically fungi or bacteria.

Example

"The saprotrophs in the forest played a crucial role in breaking down the dead trees."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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