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noun
1. General: the continuous measurement of changes in state of multiple stable relations, together producing a stable equlibrium, that results in persistence over time of that set of stable relations. (survival)

2. Specific: the tendency toward a relatively stable equilibrium between interdependent elements, especially as maintained by physiological processes.

3. Applied:

4. Result: (functional behavior)

5. Operational, Experiential: (‘you’)