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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
frolicfull of fun : merry
rareseldom occurring or found : uncommon
penitentfeeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant
grillto broil on a grill
wiggleto move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle
confidencea feeling or consciousness of one's powers or of reliance on one's circumstances
collectedgathered together
dooma law or ordinance especially in Anglo-Saxon England
exemplarydeserving imitation : commendable
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