What does symbiote mean?
An organism that lives in close association with another organism, often in a mutually beneficial relationship. A symbiote can be a parasite, commensal, or mutualist.
Example
"The clownfish and sea anemone form a symbiotic relationship, where the fish receives protection from predators and the anemone receives nutrients from the fish's waste."
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