parasitic
Pronunciation:
/pæ.ɹəˈsɪt.ɪk//pɛɹ.əˈsɪt.ɪk/noun
Definitions
A component of a circuit that does not show up in a circuit's schematic but does show up in the circuit's behavior.
adjective
Definitions
Of or pertaining to a biological or symbolic parasite.
Drawing upon another organism for sustenance.
Exploiting another for personal gain.