inquiline

Meanings

• noun

  An organism that lives in or on another organism, deriving benefit from it without causing harm, also known as a commensal.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈɪŋkwɪlaɪn/
   
   
   
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Variants

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inquiline , inquilines

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'inquilinus', meaning 'tenant' or 'dweller'.

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Trivia

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1. Inquilines are often found in various ecosystems, including forests, oceans, and even in human habitats.

2. Some inquilines, such as bees, provide essential services to their hosts by pollinating flowers and producing honey.

3. The study of inquilines is an important area of research in various fields, including biology, ecology, and anthropology.

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1. commensalism: A biological relationship where one organism benefits and the other is neither harmed nor benefited. Inquilines are an example of commensal organisms.

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Inquilines have been studied extensively in various fields, including biology, ecology, and anthropology. They play important roles in ecosystems, contributing to nutrient cycling and providing food sources for other organisms.

How to Memorize "inquiline"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine an organism living on or in another organism, deriving benefits without causing harm.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'inquiline' with the concept of a tenant or dweller, as it comes from the Latin word 'inquilinus'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word 'inquiline' as 'I' live 'Near' you, 'Q'uietly 'I' benefit.

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