resting
adjectiveOccurring during a state of inactivity.
In a temporary phase of not growing, dividing, or being active.
A. & n. from rest, v. t. & i.
A spore in certain orders of algæ, which remains quiescent, retaining its vitality, for long periods of time.
nounThe action of rest; repose; inactivity; reliance; confidence.
