Pronunciation: /ˌɛs.tɪˈveɪ.ʃən/
noun Aestivation is a noun referring to the state or condition of being dormant during hot or dry periods, typically in the summer.
A1 Aestivation is a state of inactivity during hot and dry periods.
A2 Some animals survive extreme temperatures by entering a state of aestivation.
B1 Certain species of snails undergo aestivation to conserve energy and water.
B2 Aestivation is a survival strategy used by many desert-dwelling organisms.
C1 Scientists study the physiological changes that occur during aestivation in various species.
C2 The mechanisms of aestivation in amphibians have been a subject of intense research in recent years.
formal Aestivation is a survival strategy used by some animals to escape harsh environmental conditions.
informal During aestivation, the turtle buries itself in the mud to stay cool during the hot summer.
slang I'm going to aestivate in my air-conditioned room all weekend.
figurative The company decided to aestivate their project until the market conditions improved.
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