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anabiosis

Pronunciation: /ˌanəbʌɪˈəʊsɪs/

Definition of anabiosis

noun

[mass noun] Zoology
  • a temporary state of suspended animation or greatly reduced metabolism.

Derivatives

anabiotic

Pronunciation: /-ˈɒtɪk/

adjective

Origin:

late 19th century: from Greek anabiōsis, from anabioein 'return to life'

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