acclimatization

noun

Definition of acclimatizationnext
as in adjustment
the act or process of changing something to fit a new use or situation the acclimatization of the immigrants to the culture of their adopted homeland has proven to be unexpectedly difficult

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  1. adjustment
  2. adaptation
  3. adaption
Noun
  • Well Once the results of the hearing test are recorded, no further adjustments to the settings are necessary.
    Asuka Kawanabe, WIRED, 14 Dec. 2024
  • The first part of the equation is knowing what works and what adjustments have to be made.
    Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 14 Dec. 2024
Definition of adjustment
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  • Son Malcolm directs this nuanced adaptation of the August Wilson play, and other son John David stars alongside a phenomenal Danielle Deadwyler as siblings butting heads over what to do with an heirloom piano.
    Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Anglerfish earned the name for their unique evolutionary hunting adaptation—a front dorsal fin known as an illicium that functions as a lure.
    Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of adaptation
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  • Gillan's latest film The Life of Chuck — which also features appearances from Mia Sara, Carl Lumbly, Benjamin Pajak, Jacob Tremblay and Mark Hamill — is an adaption of a Stephen King novella from 2020.
    Brenton Blanchet, Peoplemag, 7 Sep. 2024
  • Up next, a Harry Potter TV adaption for HBO's Max streaming service, and while franchise regular Gary Oldman may be interested in portraying Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore, the son of the original actor would rather pass.
    Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 25 Sep. 2024
Definition of adaption
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