adaptation (ˌædəpˈteɪʃən
;ˌædæp-)
Definitions
noun
- the act or process of adapting or the state of being adapted; adjustment
- something that is produced by adapting something else
- something that is changed or modified to suit new conditions or needs
- biology an inherited or acquired modification in organisms that makes them better suited to survive and reproduce in a particular environment
- physiology the decreased response of a sense organ to a repeated or sustained stimulus
- psychology (in learning theory) the weakening of a response to a stimulus with repeated presentation of the stimulus without reinforcement; applied mainly to innate responses
- social welfare alteration to a dwelling to make it suitable for a disabled person, as by replacing steps with ramps
Usage examples
The sleep deprivation, the poisons, the relentless behavioural adaptation -- it all exacts a toll.
, THE CALLIGRAPHER (2003)This slows the process of adaptation , setting an evolutionary `speed limit".
New Scientist (1999)Our players have to make that adaptation to the [small NHL rinks].
Globe and Mail (2003)He didn't venerate tradition and planned to use popular culture in his adaptation , setting the play in Verona beach.
Glasgow Herald (2001)Air currents carry the fruits or seeds which usually show an adaptation to increase surface area.
, Biology Basic Facts (1982)