acclimatization

Meanings

• noun

  The process by which an organism or person adapts to a new environment.

  - "The acclimatization of polar bears to their Arctic environment takes several years."
  - "The success of the expedition depended on the effective acclimatization of the team members."

• verb

  The act of making (a person or animal) used to a new environment.

  - "The mountaineers acclimatized to the high altitude before attempting the summit."
  - "The new employee was acclimatized to the company's culture."

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Pronunciation

1. /ə.ˌklaɪ.mə.tə.ˈzeɪ.ʃən/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with acclimatization
arrangement , chastity , entertainment

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Variants

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acclimatization , acclimatizations , acclimatize , acclimatized , acclimatizer , acclimatizers , acclimatizes , acclimatizing

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'acclimatare', which means 'to make accustomed' or 'to adapt'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'acclimatization' was first used in the scientific literature in the late 18th century.

2. Acclimatization is a key factor in the success of many wildlife reintroduction programs.

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Related Concepts

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1. Adaptation: The process by which an organism becomes better suited to its environment.

2. Acclimatization Chamber: A controlled environment used to help people or animals adjust to new conditions, such as high altitude or extreme temperatures.

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Culture

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Acclimatization has been a crucial aspect of human exploration and colonization, particularly in the context of travel to extreme environments such as polar regions or high altitude areas. It has been extensively studied in the fields of biology, medicine, and psychology.

How to Memorize "acclimatization"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the process of gradually exposing an organism to a new environment and watching it adapt over time.
   - Visualize the steps involved in acclimatizing a person to a new job or culture.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'acclimatization' with the idea of adapting to new conditions.
   - Think of the process of getting used to a new environment as 'acclimatizing'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'A CCLIMATE' to remember the definition: 'Adapting to Conditions, Creating Lasting Adaptations, Making Adjustments, Taking It Easy.'
   - Remember the phrase 'An organism's ability to change and thrive in a new environment'.

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