commensalism

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Noun commensalism has 1 sense

commensalism - the relation between two different kinds of organisms when one receives benefits from the other without damaging it
--₁ is a kind of mutuality, interdependence, interdependency

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Commensalism

Definition

Commensalism is a type of relationship between two organisms where one benefits while the other neither benefits nor is harmed.

Examples

Example 1 - Biological Sense (Ecology)

In an example of commensalism, remora fish attach themselves to sharks to hitch a ride and benefit from their movement while providing no harm to the sharks.

Example 2 - Sociological Sense

In sociological terms, commensalism refers to a relationship where one individual benefits from the presence or actions of another without causing any harm or providing any benefits in return.

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