Dictionary Check: hibernation

"hibernation" is a valid word!

Scrabble 16 points
Words with Friends 18 points

Definition

noun

the torpid or resting state in which some animals pass the winter

noun

cessation from or slowing of activity during the winter; especially slowing of metabolism in some animals

noun

the act of retiring into inactivity

Example: "he emerged from his hibernation to make his first appearance in several years"

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