🇬🇧 Parasite meaning: English Vocabulary Flash Card

A "parasite" is a noun used to describe an organism that lives on or inside another organism (the host) and benefits by deriving nutrients at the host's expense. Parasites can cause harm to their hosts and are often seen in nature, such as fleas on a dog or tapeworms in the intestines.

The mosquito at our picnic was the most annoying parasite I’ve ever met.

The mistletoe on the tree was a plant parasite, stealing nutrients from its host.

The tick on the dog's ear was a tiny but troublesome parasite.

The leech in the pond was a classic example of a parasite.

The flea circus was full of tiny parasites performing tricks.

The child found a hurt sparrow with a tiny parasite on its wing. He saw a parasite drink a drop of blood and felt sick. Gently he brushed one parasite away, then another parasite fell, then parasite after parasite dropped free. The bird stretched, lighter, and the child smiled, relieved.

This word is at the C2 level, which means it represents the highest mastery of English. It’s often used in specialized or highly formal contexts and helps you communicate with precision and subtlety, much like a native speaker.

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