oestrus

Meanings

• noun

  A period of sexual excitement and receptivity in female mammals, usually accompanied by physical signs such as swelling and changes in behavior.

  - "The mare is in oestrus and ready to breed."
  - "The dog exhibits aggressive behavior during his oestrus cycle."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈiːstɹəs/
   
   
   
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Variants

List of all variants of oestrus that leads to same result
estrus , estruses , estral cycle , estrous cycle , estrous cycles , estrus cycle

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Etymology

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From the Greek word oistros, meaning 'raging, frenzied'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'oestrus' is also used in botany to refer to a stage in the growth of certain plants.

2. The oestrus cycle lasts approximately 21 days in horses and 28 days in humans.

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Related Concepts

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1. Estrous cycle: The series of physical and hormonal changes a female mammal undergoes in preparation for pregnancy.

2. Heat: Another term used to describe the period of sexual receptivity in female animals.

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Culture

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In Greek mythology, the goddess of love, Aphrodite, was believed to have the power to put animals in oestrus.

How to Memorize "oestrus"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a female animal exhibiting signs of oestrus, such as swelling or aggressive behavior.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'oestrus' with the concept of female mammals being sexually receptive.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Oestrus is for the ovaries' to help memorize the word.

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