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ˈɛs təˌveɪtaes·ti·vate
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Princeton's WordNet
estivate, aestivateverb
sleep during summer
"certain animals estivate"
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aestivate
Aestivation (Latin: aestas (summer); also spelled estivation in American English) is a state of animal dormancy, similar to hibernation, although taking place in the summer rather than the winter. Aestivation is characterized by inactivity and a lowered metabolic rate, that is entered in response to high temperatures and arid conditions. It takes place during times of heat and dryness, the hot dry season, which are often the summer months. Invertebrate and vertebrate animals are known to enter this state to avoid damage from high temperatures and the risk of desiccation. Both terrestrial and aquatic animals undergo aestivation. Fossil records suggest that aestivation may have evolved several hundred million years ago.
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aestivate
To aestivate is to spend a hot or dry period in a dormant, inactive state, analogous to hibernation during cold periods. This is typically used in context of certain animals, particularly insects, fish, and amphibians.
Webster Dictionary
Aestivateverb
to spend the summer
Aestivateverb
to pass the summer in a state of torpor
Etymology: [L. aestivare, aestivatum.]
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of aestivate in Chaldean Numerology is: 3
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of aestivate in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3
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