anestrous

• Den Zeitraum der sexuellen Ruhe zwischen zwei Brunstzyklen betreffend oder sich in diesem Zeitraum befindend; wird vor allem im veterinärmedizinischen oder biologischen Kontext verwendet.

Relating to or being in a period of sexual inactivity between estrus cycles, typically used in veterinary or biological contexts.

1. Relating to anestrusC2formalscientific

   Of or relating to the period of sexual inactivity between estrus cycles in female mammals.

   sich auf den Anöstrus beziehend

   • The anestrous phase is characterized by low hormone levels.
   • Veterinarians monitor the anestrous period in breeding programs.
   • During the anestrous stage, the animal does not exhibit mating behavior.

   Synonymeanestricanoestrous

   Antonymeestrous

2. Not in heatC2formalscientific

   Describing a female mammal that is not in a state of estrus and therefore not receptive to mating.

   Nicht in Brunst

   • The anestrous female showed no interest in the male.
   • Breeding is not possible when the animal is anestrous.
   • Anestrous dogs are often less active and more docile.

   Synonymeanoestrous

   Antonymecyclingestrousreceptive