stasis

sta·sis

noun \ˈstā-səs, ˈstas-əs\

plural sta·ses \ˈstā-ˌsēz, ˈstas-ˌēz\

Definition of STASIS

: a slowing or stoppage of the normal flow of a bodily fluid or semifluid <biliary stasis>: as a : slowing of the current of circulating blood b : reduced motility of the intestines with retention of feces