Definitions for aestivate
ˈɛs təˌveɪtaes·ti·vate

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1. estivate, aestivateverb

   sleep during summer

   "certain animals estivate"

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1. 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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1. 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.

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1. Aestivateverb

   to spend the summer

2. Aestivateverb

   to pass the summer in a state of torpor

3. Etymology: [L. aestivare, aestivatum.]

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Usage in printed sourcesFrom: 

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How to pronounce aestivate?

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of aestivate in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of aestivate in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=aestivate
2. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aestivate
3. ^ ChatGPT
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4. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aestivate
5. ^ Usage in printed sources
   https://books.google.com/ngrams/graph?content=aestivate