putrefy

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GREC2

Definitions

v.

To rot and decay, producing a foul smell; to decompose

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🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
putrroot
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econnector
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fyto make, to cause to become
=putrefy

Common Collocations

  • 1.begin to putrefy开始腐烂
  • 2.[putrefy rapidly]θΏ…ι€Ÿθ…ηƒ‚
  • 3.putrefy in the heatεœ¨ι«˜ζΈ©δΈ­θ…ηƒ‚

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The uncollected garbage began to putrefy in the summer heat, attracting flies.

  • 2.

    Without refrigeration, the meat will putrefy within a matter of days.

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