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HETEROECIOUS

(adj.)
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There is 1 meaning of the word Heteroecious.

Heteroecious - as an adjective

Of parasites; passing through different stages of the life cycle on different host species

Example: "Heteroecious fungi"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
autoecious12

Example Sentences

"The heteroecious nature of the parasitic plant requires it to complete its life cycle on two different host species."
"The heteroecious fungus alternates between two different hosts during its reproductive cycle."
"This heteroecious insect spends its larval stage on one plant and its adult stage on another."
"The population dynamics of the heteroecious nematode are influenced by the presence of multiple host species."
"The insect pest displays a heteroecious life cycle, requiring both apple and pear trees for complete development."
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Word Game Points

Is HETEROECIOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, heteroecious is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HETEROECIOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is HETEROECIOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, heteroecious is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HETEROECIOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is HETEROECIOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, heteroecious is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HETEROECIOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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