Found 2 items, similar to Suspended animation.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: suspended animation suspended animation n : a temporary cessation of vital functions with loss of consciousness resembling death; usually resulting from asphyxia
English → English (gcide) Definition: Suspended animation Animation \An`i*ma"tion\, n. [L. animatio, fr. animare.] 1. The act of animating, or giving life or spirit; the state of being animate or alive. [1913 Webster] The animation of the same soul quickening the whole frame. --Bp. Hall. [1913 Webster] Perhaps an inanimate thing supplies me, while I am speaking, with whatever I possess of animation. --Landor. [1913 Webster] 2. The state of being lively, brisk, or full of spirit and vigor; vivacity; spiritedness; as, he recited the story with great animation. [1913 Webster] Suspended animation, temporary suspension of the vital functions, as in persons nearly drowned. [1913 Webster] Syn: Liveliness; vivacity; spirit; buoyancy; airiness; sprightliness; promptitude; enthusiasm; ardor; earnestness; energy. See Liveliness. [1913 Webster]