heterotroph

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Pronunciation

/ˈhɛtərəˌtrɒf/

Part of Speech

noun

Definition

an organism whose carbon requirements are fulfilled completely or mostly by organic compounds.

Etymology

Greek,from héteros  & trophikós

heterotroph
Accepted term: 29-Jan-2014