assoupissement

Definitions of assoupissement
  1. noun
    a state of quiet (but possibly temporary) inaction
    synonyms: repos
    see moresee less
    types:
    estivation
    (zoology) cessation or slowing of activity during the summer; especially slowing of metabolism in some animals during a hot or dry period
    type of:
    inactivité
    the state of being inactive
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