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Hibernation

Verb / ˌhaɪbɜ:ˈneɪʃʌn / Another word for hibernation — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Hibernation is a state of inactivity and metabolic depression in animals, characterized by lower body temperature, slower breathing, and lower metabolic rate.

Synonyms & similar words

torpor dormancy estivation inactivity lethargy slumber sleep rest repose quiescence stasis downtime snooze siesta nap catnap doze slumber coma

Example sentences

  1. The turtle buries itself in the sand for hibernation.
  2. Bears gain weight in preparation for hibernation.
  3. Some animals hibernate during the winter to conserve energy.
  4. Snakes hibernate in underground dens.
  5. Hibernation helps animals survive harsh winters.

Quotes

  • "Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is the time for home." - Edith Sitwell
  • "What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness." - John Steinbeck
  • "In the depth of winter I finally learned that there was in me an invincible summer." - Albert Camus

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