hibernation

名詞

UK/ˌhaɪ.bəˈneɪ.ʃᵊn/
US/ˌhaɪ.bɚˈneɪ.ʃᵊn/

定義 hibernation 名詞

  1. 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.