hibernation
名词
UK/ˌhaɪ.bəˈneɪ.ʃᵊn/
US/ˌhaɪ.bɚˈneɪ.ʃᵊn/
定义 hibernation 名词
- Uncountable
A state of inactivity and metabolic depression in animals during winter.
Hedgehogs enter a state of hibernation during the colder months.
Certain bat species undergo hibernation during the winter.
During hibernation, an animal's metabolism slows down significantly.