hibernation

Words with a similar base: hibernation

'hibernation'

[hibernation.n.01] as in: the torpid or resting state in which some animals pass the winter

'hibernation'

[hibernation.n.02] as in: cessation from or slowing of activity during the winter; especially slowing of metabolism in some animals

'hibernation'

[hibernation.n.03] as in: the act of retiring into inactivity

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Examples:
he emerged from his hibernation to make his first appearance in several years