GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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   Commensal , n. [LL. commensalis; L. com- + mensa table: cf. F. commensal. Cf. Mensal.]
   One who eats at the same table. [Obs.]
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   (Zool.) An animal, not truly parasitic, which lives in, with, or on, another, partaking usually of the same food. Both species may be benefited by the association.
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   Commensal , a. Having the character of a commensal.
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