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adaptation definition
ad·ap·ta·tion (ad′əp tā′s̸hən)
noun
- an adapting or being adapted
- a thing resulting from adapting this play is an adaptation of a novel
- a change in structure, function, or form that improves the chance of survival for an animal or plant within a given environment
- the natural reactions of a sense organ to variations in the degree of stimulation
- Sociology a gradual change in behavior to conform to the prevailing cultural patterns
Etymology: Fr < ML adaptatio: see adapt
Related Forms:
- adaptational ad′·ap·ta′·tional adjective
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