Term Name: | development of symbiont in host |
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Synonyms: | development of symbiont in host intercellular space, development of symbiont in host vascular tissue |
Definition: | The progression of an organism from an initial condition to a later condition, occurring within the cells or tissues of the host organism. This may (but not necessarily) include a filamentous growth form, and also can include secretion of proteases and lipases to break down host tissue. The host is defined as the larger of the organisms involved in a symbiotic interaction. |
Ontology: | GO: Biological Process [GO:0044114] QuickGO AmiGO |