Acclimation

/ˌækləˈmeɪʃən/ noun

Definition

The process of becoming adjusted or accustomed to a new climate, environment, or set of conditions.

Etymology

From French 'acclimation,' derived from 'acclimater,' which combines 'à' (to) and 'climat' (climate). The '-tion' suffix denotes the action or process.

Kelly Says

Remarkably, acclimation isn't just about mental adjustment—physiologically, animals literally change their body composition, metabolism, and even gene expression within weeks to months of entering a new climate!

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