- (n.) 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.
- (n.) One who eats at the same table.
- (a.) Having the character of a commensal.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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