anoestrous

/æˈnɛstrəs/
adjective
  1. Relating to or being in a period of sexual inactivity between periods of heat in female mammals.
    • During the anoestrous phase, the female cat showed no interest in male cats.
    • Farmers track the anoestrous period of their livestock to plan breeding schedules.
    • The vet explained that the dog was anoestrous and would not be ready to mate for several months.
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