Definition of dormancy

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Definition of dormancy

  • quiet and inactive restfulness (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. quiescence
    2. quiescency
    3. sleeping
  • a state of quiet (but possibly temporary) inaction (noun)

    Examples

    1. the volcano erupted after centuries of dormancy

    Synonyms

    1. quiescence
    2. quiescency

See definition of dormancy in Merriam Webster