Definition for

differentiate

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verb: be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait (sometimes in positive sense)

Mozart's long melodic lines differentiate his compositions from other works of late 18th century music.

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verb: evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment

Animals on Madagascar differentiated from other similar animal species due to many years of isolation on the island.

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