putrescence

Meanings

• The state or condition of being putrefied or decayed.

  - "The fish in the pond had begun to putrefy."
  - "The food was left out in the sun and began to putrefy."

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Rhymes

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arrayan , corpse , harvester , mortician , preserver , reaper

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Homophones

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1. Putrescence (en) : The state or condition of being putrefied or decayed.
   

2. Putrescence (fr) : Dégénérescence, putréfaction.
   

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Variants

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putrescence , putrescences

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Forms

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Etymology

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The word 'putrescence' comes from the Latin word 'putrescere', which means 'to grow or become putrid'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Decay: The process of deterioration or decomposition of living organisms or organic matter.

2. Rot: The process of decay or decomposition of organic matter, resulting in the production of gases, liquids, and solids.

3. Deterioration: The process of becoming worse or less effective over time, due to various causes such as wear and tear, aging, neglect, or damage.

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Culture

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Putrescence is a concept that has been explored in various forms of art and literature. In some contexts, putrescence can be seen as a symbol of decay, impermanence, and the inevitability of death. Putrescence can also be seen as a manifestation of the sublime, the beautiful and the terrifying at the same time.

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