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anestrous

/ænˈɛs.trəs/

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adjective

/ænˈɛs.trəs/C2formalscientific
  • ruОтносящийся к периоду полового покоя между циклами течки или находящийся в таком периоде; обычно используется в ветеринарном или биологическом контексте.

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.

    ruОтносящийся к анэструсу

    • 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.

    Synonymsanestricanoestrous

    Antonymsestrous

  2. Not in heatC2formalscientific

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

    ruНе в течке

    • 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.

    Synonymsanoestrous

    Antonymscyclingestrousreceptive

Forms
  • more anestrous comparative form
  • most anestrous superlative form