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decompose

Verb

Meaning

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

• To break down or disintegrate chemically.

Examples

• The fallen leaves began to decompose in the forest.

• Certain chemicals decompose rapidly in sunlight.

• The body had started to decompose.

decompose

Verb

Meaning

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

• To break down or disintegrate chemically.

Examples

• The fallen leaves began to decompose in the forest.

• Certain chemicals decompose rapidly in sunlight.

• The body had started to decompose.