trophallaxis
(troph-al-lax-is)
4 syllables
Definition
noun. a process in which animals exchange food or fluids through mouth or body contact.
Example Sentence
Ants use trophallaxis to share food with each other.
More Example Sentences
Trophallaxis helps bees feed each other.
Synonyms
food sharing; fluid exchange; nutrient transfer
Antonyms
self-feeding; individual feeding
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