Invasive plants and animals are harmful to natural environments because they compete for the same food, water, and shelter used by the native species. <<In the sentence, what is the meaning of compete?>>
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In this context, the word "compete" means to strive against each other for resources in an attempt to gain an advantage. Invasive species and native species are in direct competition for the essential resources needed to survive and thrive in their shared environment.