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Term: hiberate

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1 (Popular):

Meaning: to spend the winter months in a dormant or inactive state

Sample Sentence: Bears tend to hibernate during the cold winter to conserve energy and survive until spring.

Related Products: Bear Hibernation Books

Sense 2 (Local):

Meaning: to withdraw or seclude oneself for a period of time, usually in a cozy or comfortable place

Sample Sentence: After a long day at work, Julie enjoys hibernating in her favorite reading nook with a good book.

Related Products: Cozy Reading Nooks