quiescency Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun a state of quiet (but possibly temporary) inaction
dormancy; quiescence.
- the volcano erupted after centuries of dormancy
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noun quiet and inactive restfulness
quiescence; sleeping; dormancy.
WordNet
Qui*es"cence, Qui*es"cen*cy noun
(Also<
- Quiescence
- Quiescency
)
Etymology
L.Definitions
The state or quality of being quiescent. "Quiescence, bodily and mental." H. Spencer.Deeds will be done; -- while be boasts his quiescence. R. Browning.