noun
- the period in the estrous cycle of female mammals following estrus, characterized by the formation of corpora lutea
Usage: veterinary; biological
Examples
- During metestrus, the cow’s reproductive system prepares for potential pregnancy.
- The veterinarian explained that metestrus typically lasts several days in most mammals.
- Hormone levels change significantly during the metestrus phase.
- The mare showed typical metestrus behavior after breeding season.
- Researchers studied cellular changes occurring during metestrus in laboratory mice.