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ESTIVATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Estivation.

Estivation - as a noun

(zoology) cessation or slowing of activity during the summer; especially slowing of metabolism in some animals during a hot or dry period

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aestivation14

(botany) the arrangement of sepals and petals in a flower bud before it opens

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aestivation14

Example Sentences

"The reptile's estivation helped it conserve energy during the hot summer months."
"Many desert-dwelling animals rely on estivation to survive the extreme temperatures."
"During estivation, certain amphibians bury themselves in the mud to stay cool and moist."
"The estivation period of some insects can last for several months."
"Turtles enter a state of estivation when they cannot find enough water to sustain themselves."
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Word Game Points

Is ESTIVATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, estivation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ESTIVATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is ESTIVATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, estivation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ESTIVATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is ESTIVATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, estivation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ESTIVATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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