dormant

/ˈdɔrmənt/

in a condition of biological rest or suspended animation

Chinese meaning: 休眠的；潜伏的

Some volcanoes remain dormant for centuries before erupting violently.

有些火山在猛烈喷发前会休眠数百年。

Seeds can stay dormant in the soil until conditions are right for growth.

种子可以在土壤中保持休眠，直到条件适宜生长。