thermoregulates

/ˌθɜrmoʊˈrɛɡjəleɪts/
verb
  1. Third person singular form of thermoregulate: to control or maintain a steady internal body temperature.
    • The human body thermoregulates through a process called homeostasis.
    • A lizard thermoregulates by moving between sun and shade throughout the day.
    • A penguin thermoregulates by huddling with others to conserve heat.
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