TROPHALLAXIS
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Trophallaxis.
Trophallaxis - as a noun
The mutual exchange of (fluid) food between individuals, especially in social insects.
Example: "Trophallaxis is at its most highly developed in social insects such as ants, wasps, bees and termites, but is also used by some birds, and by wolves and vampire bats."
Example Sentences
"Ants practice trophallaxis, where food is exchanged between individuals."
"Worker bees engage in trophallaxis to share nectar and pollen."
"Certain species of wasps exhibit trophallaxis as a means of communication."
"Through trophallaxis, bees can pass on information about food sources to their hive mates."
"The practice of trophallaxis helps ants establish and maintain a cooperative brood care system."
Word Game Points
Is TROPHALLAXIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, trophallaxis is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TROPHALLAXIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 24.
Is TROPHALLAXIS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, trophallaxis is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTROPHALLAXIS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 26.
Is TROPHALLAXIS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, trophallaxis is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTROPHALLAXIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.
