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hibernates

/ˈhaɪbərneɪts/

Meanings
verb
To spend winter time in hibernation.

Examples :

"The bear hibernates in its cave during the cold winter months. "
animal biology nature physiology

Related Words

Illustration seclusion

seclusion noun

/sɪˈkluʒən/ /siˈkluʒən/

The act of secluding, shutting out or keeping apart.

"The student sought seclusion in the library to concentrate on his studies. "

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hibernation noun

/ˌhaɪ.bəːˈneɪ.ʃən/ /ˌhaɪ.bəɹˈneɪ.ʃən/

A state of inactivity and metabolic depression in animals during winter.

"The bear entered hibernation for the winter. "

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contents verb

/ˈkɒn.tɛnts/ /ˈkɑn.tɛnts/

To give contentment or satisfaction; to satisfy; to make happy.

"A good grade on the test contents the student, making them feel proud of their hard work. "

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completely adverb

/kəmˈpliːtli/

(manner) In a complete manner

"Please completely fill in the box for your answer, using a number 2 pencil."

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keeping verb

/ˈkiːpɪŋ/

To continue in (a course or mode of action); not to intermit or fall from; to uphold or maintain.

"My grandmother is keeping a strict diet to maintain her health. "

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studying verb

/ˈstʌdiːɪŋ/

(usually academic) To review materials already learned in order to make sure one does not forget them, usually in preparation for an examination.

"I need to study my biology notes."

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documents noun

/ˈdɒkjʊmənts/ /ˈdɑkjəmənts/

An original or official paper used as the basis, proof, or support of anything else, including any writing, book, or other instrument conveying information pertinent to such proof or support.

"The school required all students to submit their application documents to prove their enrollment. "

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battery noun

/ˈbætəɹi/

A device used to power electric devices, consisting of a set of electrically connected electrochemical or, archaically, electrostatic cells. A single such cell when used by itself.

"My laptop needs a new battery; it only lasts for a few hours now. "

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stressful adjective

/ˈstɹɛsfəl/

Irritating; causing stress.

"The long commute was very stressful. "

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conserves noun

/kənˈsɜːvz/ /ˈkɒnsɜːvz/

Wilderness where human development is prohibited.

"The government protects several conserves to ensure wildlife habitats remain undisturbed. "

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standby verb

/ˈstænbaɪ/

To wait in expectation of some event; to make ready.

"Please stand by for more instructions."

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without adverb

/wɪθˈʌʊt/ /wɪðˈaʊt/

Outside, externally. This is still used in the names of some civil parishes in England, e.g. St Cuthbert Without.

"The school is located just outside the town, without the main shopping area. "