adaptations
nounUK /ˌædæpˈteɪʃənz/
US /ˌædæpˈteɪʃənz/
Changes that help a living thing fit better in its home.
The camel's thick eyelashes are adaptations that keep sand out of its eyes.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Changes made to a book, play, or story so it can be shown in a new way, like a movie.
Many movie adaptations of popular books change the ending.
3. The act of getting used to a new place or situation.
Her adaptations to city life took a few months.
4. Changes made to a machine or tool so it works for a different job.
The engineers made several adaptations to the robot arm.