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HOMEOSTASIS

a relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group

The meaning of the word homeostasis is a relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group.

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WordMeaning
cleaveto adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly
siblingsib
sedentarynot migratory : settled
fugitiverunning away or intending flight
resplendentshining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor
brusquemarkedly short and abrupt
liquidateto determine by agreement or by litigation the precise amount of (indebtedness, damages, or accounts)
gruffrough, brusque, or stern in manner, speech, or aspect
gustatoryrelating to or associated with eating or the sense of taste
compulsionan act of compelling