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decay

Verb

Meaning

• To rot or cause to rot through the action of bacteria and fungi.

• To decline in quality or vigor.

• To decompose.

Examples

• The wood started to decay.

• Poor dental hygiene can cause teeth to decay.

• The building decayed over the years.

decay

Verb

Meaning

• To rot or cause to rot through the action of bacteria and fungi.

• To decline in quality or vigor.

• To decompose.

Examples

• The wood started to decay.

• Poor dental hygiene can cause teeth to decay.

• The building decayed over the years.