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Allesfresserorganismus
German → American English
American English
omnivorous organism
Ein Organismus, der sich sowohl von pflanzlicher als auch von tierischer Nahrung ernährt.
Der Mensch ist ein Allesfresserorganismus und kann sowohl pflanzliche als auch tierische Nahrung verwerten.This is a technical/scientific word; in everyday German, people more often say 'Allesfresser' for an omnivore.
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Frequently asked questions
What does "Allesfresserorganismus" mean in English?
It means "omnivorous organism"—an organism that eats both plant and animal matter.
Is "Allesfresserorganismus" a common German word?
No. It is understandable, but in everyday German people usually say "Allesfresser" or, in scientific contexts, "omnivorer Organismus".
What is the difference between "Allesfresser" and "Allesfresserorganismus"?
"Allesfresser" is the common noun for an omnivore, while "Allesfresserorganismus" is a more technical, compound form referring to an omnivorous organism.