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  2. /rot-resistant

rot-resistant

UK/rɒt-rɪ'zɪstənt/US

Definitions

adj.

Able to resist decay or rotting

抗腐烂的;防腐的

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
rotwheel, turn, rotate
+
-connector
+
resistantagain, back
=rot-resistant

rot + resistant = able to resist rot. resistant carries the st root (re- 'back' + sist 'stand' = standing against). See resist for the family.

Common Collocations

  • 1.rot-resistant wood耐腐木材
  • 2.rot-resistant timber防腐木料
  • 3.naturally rot-resistant天然耐腐的

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Cedar is naturally rot-resistant, making it ideal for outdoor decking.

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