To adapt or adjust together in a coordinated way, especially when two organisms or systems develop complementary traits that benefit each other.
From 'co-' (together) + 'adapt' (to adjust). This biological term emerged in the 20th century to describe evolutionary processes where species develop mutually beneficial characteristics together.
Flowers and their pollinators coadapt over millions of years—the bee develops longer tongues as flowers develop longer tubes, creating an evolutionary dance that perfectly demonstrates how nature collaborates.
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