John Adams (1735-1826) was elected president in 1796 and took office (became president) on March 4, 1797. He served only a single term as President, and was succeeded by Thomas Jefferson on March 4, 1801. Adams had been Vice President for two terms under George Washington, from 1789 to 1797.
Hibernation definition, Zoology. to spend the winter in close quarters in a dormant condition, as bears and certain other animals. See more.
Historical Examples. 1  Hypnody: lethargy; a condition similar to or identical with hibernation. 2  Reviviscence: coming back to life; awakening from hibernation. 3  The big man wheeled around like a bear aroused from hibernation. 4  It's more of a coma, something like the hibernation of a bear or a possum.