Definitions For Trophallaxis

Noun

TROPHALLAXIS (plural trophallaxes) (biology) The mutual exchange of (fluid) food between individuals, especially in social insects. :

Usage notes

The exchange may be mouth-to-mouth or, more rarely, anus-to-mouth. The former may be termed stomodeal trophallaxis, while the latter is called anal, abdominal or proctodeal trophallaxis.

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The word Trophallaxis is worth 24 points in Scrabble and 26 points in Words with Friends

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