ClimateAugust 15, 2026
acclimate
AK-luh-mayt
Definition
To become accustomed to a new climate or to a new environment or set of conditions.
Etymology
Derived from the French 'acclimater', combining the prefix 'a-' (to) and 'climat' (climate). It originally entered English in the mid-19th century to describe the process of adapting to a new geographical environment.
In the news
The article explains that runners can train their bodies to handle high temperatures by intentionally exercising in the heat, a process called acclimation. This is important because it helps athletes perform more safely and effectively during warm weather races.
The warming climate is forcing marathons to consider changes to keep runners cool
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