coevolutionary

/ˌkoʊˌɛvəˈluːʃəˌnɛri/
adjective
  1. Relating to the process in which two or more species influence each other's evolution over time.
    • The coevolutionary relationship between bees and flowers helps both species thrive.
    • Coevolutionary changes in plants and insects can be seen in the fossil record.
    • Scientists study coevolutionary patterns to understand how predators and prey adapt together.
  2. Describing a situation where two things develop or change together, each influencing the other.
    • In business, companies and their customers often have a coevolutionary relationship.
    • The coevolutionary nature of language and society means they constantly reshape each other.
    • The coevolutionary dance between technology and culture shapes how we communicate.
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