adaptation

/ˌædæpˈteɪʃən/
noun
  1. The process of changing to fit new conditions or a new environment.
    • Moving to a new country requires a period of cultural adaptation.
    • The adaptation of animals to desert climates can take thousands of years.
    • The company's adaptation to remote work was surprisingly smooth.
  2. A movie, play, or book that is based on another work (such as a novel or true story).
    • The film is an adaptation of a popular fantasy novel.
    • They are working on a television adaptation of the historical event.
    • This stage adaptation of the classic story has received rave reviews.
  3. A change or adjustment made to something to make it suitable for a new purpose or situation.
    • We made several adaptations to the software to meet user needs.
    • The car's adaptation for off-road driving included larger tires and a stronger suspension.
    • The recipe is an adaptation of my grandmother's original dish.
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