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torpor

IPA pronunciation: /ˈtɔː.pər/

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Russian meaning

Оцепенение, вялость

English definition

A state of physical or mental inactivity; lethargy.

Example

Winter chill induced a biological torpor among hibernating mammals.

Collocations

state of torpor
mental torpor
slip into torpor

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