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convergent

/kənˈvɜːrdʒənt/ adjective · British & US
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What does convergent mean?

adjective

Moving or directed towards a point or line in common; converging. In biology, having a common evolutionary origin.

Example

"The convergent evolution of whales and dolphins is a striking example of how different species can develop similar traits in response to similar environmental pressures."

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