an organism that lives on or in and derives nourishment
from the body of a host. Many parasites can cause disease, especially
in people with weakened immune systems. Human parasites include fungi,
yeast, bacteria, protozoa, worms and viruses.
ParasiteJAMA A plant or animal that lives and feeds on or within another living organism; does not necessarily
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