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coprophage

coprophage

English

Noun

coprophage (plural coprophages)

  1. (zoology) Any living organism that feeds on feces, or fecal matter.

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French

Etymology

copro- + -phage

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /kɔ.pʁɔ.faʒ/

Adjective

coprophage m, f (plural coprophages)

  1. coprophagous

Noun

coprophage m, f (plural coprophages)

  1. coprophage