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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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edificebuilding
subsumeto include or place within something larger or more comprehensive : encompass as a subordinate or component element
gourmeta connoisseur of food and drink
debilitateto impair the strength of : enfeeble
cerebralof or relating to the brain or the intellect
podiuma low wall serving as a foundation or terrace wall: such as
exertionthe act or an instance of exerting
mesmerizeto subject to mesmerism
venerablecalling forth respect through age, character, and attainments
prodigiouscausing amazement or wonder