Definition of Maladaptation
Maladaptation
mal·ad·ap·ta·tion
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(noun)
(technical) an instance of something poorly or inappropriately adapted to its situation or environment, a failure of something to adequately adapt/adjust;
e.g. An animal that shows maladaptation has developed a characteristic that reduces its chances of survival.
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