diapause
(di-a-pause)
3 syllables
Definition
noun. a period of time in the life cycle of insects where they don't grow or develop and their body functions slow down a lot
Example Sentence
When an insect is in diapause what is it doing?
Synonyms
slow functioning; slow growth; slow development
Antonyms
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