co·a·dapt·ed (k   -d p t d)adj. 1. Of or relating to genetic characteristics that have become established through mutually beneficial interactions between organisms in a community. 2. Of or relating to interaction among genes of different loci that result in an expression of these characteristics. co ad·ap·tation (-d-p-t shn) n. |
| coadaptation (kdp-tshn) The reciprocal adaptation of two or more genetically determined features through natural selection. Coadaptation can occur between interacting genes or structures within an organism or between two or more interacting species. |
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