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Organically decayed or broken down
“The decaying wood provided a rich environment for the growth of mushrooms and other fungi.”
In a dilapidated or disintegrating condition, typically about to fall apart
“The abandoned house stood in a decaying state, with crumbling walls and rotting floors, a testament to neglect and time's relentless hold.”
Shabby and squalid in nature
Dirty or unclean, especially disgustingly so
Gradually ceasing to exist or function
Liable to spoil, rot
Of unsound structure, easily damaged or destroyed
(of a person) At the point of death
Characterized by or reflecting a state of moral or cultural decline
Physical, mental, or structural deterioration
“The decaying of the old building was evident in its crumbling walls and rotting beams.”
Present participle for to rot or cause to rot
“Masses of leaves may begin to decay and smother the plant beneath them.”
Present participle for to decline gradually in health, prosperity, or quality
“The result is that property has been allowed to decay and is occupied almost entirely by people who cannot pay any heavy rents.”
Present participle for to deplete, or be depleted, in physical strength or energy
“Flowers decay much sooner when tied in bunches or bouquets than when arranged loosely.”
Present participle for to wear away or destroy gradually
Present participle for to damage, or cause to become damaged, through continued use
Present participle for to have a severely detrimental effect on
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