English Explanatory Dictionary

semi-hibernation

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A state of reduced power consumption, and metabolic activity in animals during winter, but to a lesser degree than true hibernation.

Word forms

semi-hibernation semi-hibernations

Etymology

From semi- + hibernation.

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