Parasitic

noun

/pæ.ɹəˈsɪt.ɪk/

Word Frequency: 2.7

Definitions

1.nounA component of a circuit that does not show up in a circuit's schematic but does show up in the circuit's behavior.

2.adjectiveOf or pertaining to a biological or symbolic parasite.

3.adjectiveDrawing upon another organism for sustenance.

4.adjectiveExploiting another for personal gain.

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