semi-hibernation
semi-hibernation · semi-hibernations
A state of reduced power consumption, and metabolic activity in animals during winter,…A state of reduced power consumption, and metabolic activity in animals during winter, but to a lesser degree than true hibernation.
Meaning
1 sensesA state of reduced power consumption, and metabolic activity in animals during winter, but to a lesser degree than true hibernation.
Origin
From semi- + hibernation.From semi- + hibernation.
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Forms
plural: semi-hibernations| Singular | semi-hibernation |
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See also
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