DecayWordNet Explorer
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noun
the organic phenomenon of rotting
Words in this synset: decomposition
noun
(biology) a natural phenomenon involving living plants and animals
noun
a gradual decrease; as of stored charge or current
Words in this synset: decline
noun
a process of becoming smaller or shorter
noun
a decrease that follows an exponential function
noun
a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings)
noun
soft decayed area in a tooth; progressive decay can lead to the death of a tooth
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decay of matter (as by rot or oxidation)