hibernation

Noun
  1. The torpid or resting state in which some animals pass the winter (synset 114038320)
    is a type of: torpidity, torpor - a state of motor and mental inactivity with a partial suspension of sensibility
  2. Cessation from or slowing of activity during the winter;
    Especially slowing of metabolism in some animals (synset 114037452)
    is a type of: dormancy, quiescence, quiescency - a state of quiet (but possibly temporary) inaction
  3. The act of retiring into inactivity (synset 100213226)
    "he emerged from his hibernation to make his first appearance in several years"
    is a type of: retirement - withdrawal from your position or occupation

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