metoestrus

[met-es-truh s, -ee-struh s]

noun

metestrus.

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British Dictionary definitions for metoestrus

metoestrus

US metestrus

noun

zoology the period in the oestrous cycle following oestrus, characterized by lack of sexual activity

Derived Formsmetoestrous or US metestrous, adjective

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