"trophallaxis" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: trophallaxes [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun|~|trophallaxes}} trophallaxis (countable and uncountable, plural trophallaxes)
  1. (biology) The mutual exchange of (fluid) food between individuals, especially in social insects. Wikipedia link: trophallaxis Tags: countable, uncountable Categories (topical): Biology Related terms: trophallactic
    Sense id: en-trophallaxis-en-noun-3CD8z8dO Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: biology, natural-sciences

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