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hibernate

Definition

Hibernation is a state of inactivity that some animals enter during the winter. During hibernation, animals' heart rates, breathing rates, and body temperatures slow down. This helps them to conserve energy and survive the cold winter months.

How can the word be used?

Snakes hibernate in burrows or under rocks. They slow their metabolism and body temperature to conserve energy.

hibernate

Different forms of the word

Noun: hibernation.

Adjective: hibernal.

Verb: hibernate.

Adverb: hibernating.

Etymology

The word "hibernate" comes from the Latin word "hiberāre", which means "to winter". It was first used in English in the 14th century to describe the behavior of animals that hibernate.

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