What is another word for hibernating?
Pronunciation: [hˈa͡ɪbənˌe͡ɪtɪŋ] (IPA) 
Hibernating is a natural process in which animals go into a sleep-like state during the winter season. But apart from the term "hibernating", there are several other synonyms that define this process. Some of the common synonyms for hibernating include - dormancy, winter sleep, estivation, torpor, and brumation. Dormancy is mostly used for plant species that undergo a period of inactivity whereas winter sleep is generally used for animals that go dormant in winters. Estivation refers to a period of inactivity and reduced metabolic rate during hot and dry seasons, while Torpor and Brumation are more commonly used for animals that hibernate during winters. These synonyms provide an apt means to describe the process of hibernation.
