hibernation

/haɪbɝnˈeɪʃʌn/

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Noun
the torpid or resting state in which some animals pass the winter
Noun
cessation from or slowing of activity during the winter; especially slowing of metabolism in some animals
Noun
the act of retiring into inactivity; "he emerged from his hibernation to make his first appearance in several years"