Definitions for: Estivation


[n] cessation from or slowing of activity during the summer; especially slowing of metabolism in some animals



Webster (1913) Definition: Es`ti*va"tion, n.
Same as [AE]stival, [AE]stivate, etc.

Synonyms: aestivation

See Also: dormancy, quiescence, quiescency

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