Noun: dormancy dor-mun(t)-see
- A state of quiet (but possibly temporary) inaction
"the volcano erupted after centuries of dormancy";
- quiescence, quiescency
- Quiet and inactive restfulness
"The bear entered a state of dormancy during the winter months";
- quiescence, quiescency
Derived forms: dormancies
Type of: ease, inaction, inactiveness, inactivity, relaxation, repose, rest
Encyclopedia: Dormancy