noun as in strong fondness

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saprotrophs, saprophytes

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Example:Saprotrophic fungi play a crucial role in breaking down dead plant material in the forest floor.

Definition:Organisms that obtain nutrients from dead organic matter; similar to necrophytes in the context of non-plant organisms

From saprotrophs

Example:Saprophytic bacteria are key decomposers in many ecosystems.

Definition:Organisms that obtain nutrients from dead organic matter, usually referring to fungi but can also include bacteria and certain plants

From saprophytes