bottom feeding

See also: bottomfeeding

English

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Adjective

bottom feeding (not comparable)

  1. (ichthyology) Of a fish or other aquatic creature, feeding off plant and animal life found in the lowest regions of its habitat.
    Synonym: bottom dwelling
  2. (figuratively, by extension) Of a person, organization, etc., dwelling amidst or thriving on unwholesome situations or activities in society.

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