How do you spell Parasite?
Correct spelling
parasite
Remember: PARA-SITE sits beside the food table, not a website or sight
Why is parasite spelled this way?
From Greek parasitos, one who eats at another's table. PARA (beside) + SITOS (food). A parasite sits beside the food — taking nourishment without contributing to the meal.
Common misspellings of parasite
parasiteparasyteparrasiteparasight
Example
The tick is a parasite that feeds on the blood of its host animal.