moldering

Meanings

• verb (intransitive)

  The process of decay or deterioration of organic matter, often resulting in a musty or foul smell.

  - "The old books in the attic were suffering from moldering."
  - "The food was left out too long and began to moldering."

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Rhymes

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deteriorating , degrading , decaying , perishing

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Variants

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molder , moldered , moldering , molders

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Etymology

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From the Old English word 'moldorian', meaning 'to rot' or 'decay'.

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Trivia

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1. Moldering is a common problem in old libraries and archives, as the humid conditions can cause books and other paper materials to decay.

2. Moldering food can be dangerous to eat, as it can contain harmful bacteria and toxins.

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Related Concepts

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1. decay: The process of deterioration or decline of something, often leading to a state of disrepair or ruin.

2. rot: The process of decay or decomposition of organic matter, often accompanied by the production of foul odors.

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Culture

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Moldering is often used as a metaphor for decay or deterioration in literature and art. For example, in Fyodor Dostoevsky's 'The Brothers Karamazov', the character Dmitri Karamazov is described as a 'moldering corpse' due to his moral decay.

How to Memorize "moldering"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a pile of old, damp books or food that has been left out for too long. Visualize the musty smell and the texture of the decaying matter.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'moldering' with the smell of a musty basement or an old, decaying building.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym 'MOLDER' - Musty, Old, Lingering, Decay, Rotting, and Emitting - to help memorize the meaning of 'moldering'.

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