metoestrus

US metestrus

/ (mɛtˈiːstrəs, -ˈɛstrəs) /

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noun

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

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Derived forms of metoestrus

metoestrous or US metestrous, adjective

Words nearby metoestrus

métier, me time, Metis, Métisse, metoclopramide, metoestrus, Met Office, metoidioplasty, Metol, metolazone, Metonic cycle

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