nonparasitic
/ˌnɑnpɛrəˈsɪtɪk/
adjective
- Not living as a parasite; not depending on another organism for food or shelter.
- Unlike ticks, many insects are nonparasitic and do not harm other animals.
- The nonparasitic worms in the soil help break down organic matter.
- Most plants are nonparasitic and produce their own food through photosynthesis.
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