saprotroph
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/ˈsæprəˌtɔf/
/ˈsæprəˌtrɒf/
- 1 saprotrof, çürükçül countable
Definition (English)
An organism that feeds on dead or decaying organic matter.
Example Sentences
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Many fungi are saprotrophs, breaking down dead wood.Birçok mantar saprotroftur, ölü odunu parçalar.
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Bacteria can also act as saprotrophs.Bakteriler de saprotrof olarak işlev görebilir.
Synonyms
saprophytesaprobe
Collocations
saprotroph organismsaprotroph feedingsaprotroph rolesaprotroph activity