Glossary definitions

The IPBES glossary terms definitions page provides definitions of terms used in IPBES assessments. Some definitions in this online glossary have been edited for consistency. Please refer to the specific assessment glossary for citations/authorities of definitions.

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Concept	Definition	Deliverable(s)
multifunctionality	The condition of being multifunctional; diversity of function.	Asia-Pacific assessment
muti-use system	Multi-use systems are defined as socio-ecosystems in which occur more than one use or practice (e.g. fishing and logging in mangroves).	Sustainable use assessment
mutualism	Interaction between two species that benefits the two species (Bronstein, 1994).	Global assessment (1st work programme)

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