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decays Definition and Meaning in English (decays definition)

verb
Synonyms:rotdecomposespoil
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Decays definition: To rot or decompose through the action of bacteria and fungi, especially organic matter.

Definitions of Decays

  1. 1verb

    To rot or decompose through the action of bacteria and fungi, especially organic matter.

  2. 2verb

    To gradually decline in health, strength, quality, or prosperity over time.

Example Sentences

casual

“The old wooden fence slowly decays in the rain and sun.”

casual

“His health decays rapidly after the severe illness.”

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infinitivedecay
past tensedecayed
present participledecaying
noundecay
agent noundecayer

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Decays definition: To rot or decompose through the action of bacteria and fungi, especially organic matter.
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'Decays' translates to 'decays' in English. Decays definition: To rot or decompose through the action of bacteria and fungi, especially organic matter.
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