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English noun: hibernation

1. hibernation (state) the torpid or resting state in which some animals pass the winter


Broader (hypernym)torpidity, torpor

2. hibernation (state) cessation from or slowing of activity during the winter; especially slowing of metabolism in some animals


Broader (hypernym)dormancy, quiescence, quiescency

3. hibernation (act) the act of retiring into inactivity


SamplesHe emerged from his hibernation to make his first appearance in several years.


Broader (hypernym)retirement









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