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acclimate Definition

ac·cli·mate (ak′lə māt′, ə klī′mət)

transitive verb, intransitive verb -·mat′ed, -·mat′·ing

to accustom or become accustomed to a different climate, environment, or circumstances, as by physiological or psychological changes

Etymology: Fr acclimater: see ad- & climate

acclimate Related Forms
ac′·cli·ma′·tion noun
acclimate Synonyms

acclimate

v.

adapt, accommodate, adjust, become accustomed to; see adjust 1, conform.

acclimate Usage Examples

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  • easily: These species are very hardy with almost all individuals easily acclimating to home tanks.