Meaning Of The Word Diapause

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diapause in American English
a period of delayed development or growth accompanied by reduced metabolism and inactivity, esp. in certain insects, snails, etc.
intransitive verb: to undergo diapause
noun: a period of hormonally controlled quiescence, esp. in immature insects, characterized by cessation of growth and reduction of metabolic activity, often occurring seasonally or when environmental conditions are unfavorable

diapause in British English
noun: a period of suspended development and growth accompanied by decreased metabolism in insects and some other animals. It is correlated with seasonal changes

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