producers (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /prəˈdusərz/

Definition

An organism, usually a plant or bacterium, that produces its own food, typically using sunlight.

Examples

• Plants are the primary producers in most ecosystems.

• Photosynthetic bacteria act as producers in deep-sea hydrothermal vents.

• The health of the producers directly impacts the entire food web.

How to Use producers

primary producers (collocation)

Organisms that create their own food and form the base of a food chain. — "Plants are the primary producers in terrestrial ecosystems."

major producer (collocation)

A significant manufacturer or supplier of goods. — "China is a major producer of manufactured goods."

film producer (collocation)

A person who oversees the making of a film. — "The film producer worked tirelessly to bring the story to the screen."

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