bottom feeding

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Adjective

bottom feeding (not comparable)

  1. (of a fish or other aquatic creature) Feeding off plant and animal life found in the lowest regions of its habitat.
  2. (of a person, organization, etc) Dwelling amidst or thriving on unwholesome situations or activities in society.

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