acclimation

pronunciation

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  • Noun:
    adaptation to a new climate (a new temperature or altitude or environment)

Word Origin

acclimation (n.)
1826, noun of action from acclimate.

Example

1. The ncaa has incorporated heat acclimation into football training schedules .
2. The best approach , minson said , is beginning heat acclimation after a person is already in shape .
3. In addition , molecules called heat shock proteins increase during the heat acclimation process .
4. But heat acclimation is still a primary method to prepare athletes for the heat .
5. He said the ncaa serves as an excellent example of how acclimation protects players .

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