Definitions of dormancy [ˈdɔr mən si]

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Definition of 'dormancy'

Random House Webster's College Dictionary

1. (n.) dormancy
the condition of being dormant.

Etymology: (1780–90)

Definition of 'dormancy'

Princeton's WordNet

1. (noun) dormancy, quiescence, quiescency
a state of quiet (but possibly temporary) inaction
"the volcano erupted after centuries of dormancy"

2. (noun) quiescence, quiescency, dormancy, sleeping
quiet and inactive restfulness

Definition of 'dormancy'

Webster Dictionary

1. (noun) dormancy
the state of being dormant; quiescence; abeyance

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