phytophagous
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phy·toph·a·gous (fī-tŏf'ə-gəs) 
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adj.
Feeding on plants, including shrubs and trees. Used especially of certain insects.
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The adjective has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
(of animals) feeding on plants
Synonyms: plant-eating, phytophagic, phytophilous
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