Meaning of heterotrophic in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Qualitative Adjective

   heterotrophic

   Definitions

   1. requiring organic compounds of carbon and nitrogen for nourishment

   Examples

   • « most animals are heterotrophic »

   Antonyms

   • autotrophic
   • autophytic