mutualism
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A relationship between two different species in which both sides benefit.
Synonyms and antonyms
Antonyms
Usage notes
'Mutualism' is one specific type of symbiosis; not every symbiotic relationship benefits both species involved.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The _____ between bees and flowering plants means bees get nectar while the plants get pollinated."
Answer: mutualism
In your own words, what does "mutualism" mean?
A relationship between two different species in which both sides benefit.
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