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decomposed

verb

Meaning

Broken down into simpler parts or substances, typically by natural processes like bacterial action.

Examples

The organic matter decomposed, enriching the soil.
Bacteria help to decompose dead plants and animals.

Synonyms: rotted, decayed, degraded, disintegrated

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decomposed (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˌdiːkəmˈpoʊzd/

Definition

Broken down into simpler parts or substances, typically by natural processes like bacterial action.

Examples

The organic matter decomposed, enriching the soil.
Bacteria help to decompose dead plants and animals.
After a week, the food had decomposed and smelled terrible.

How to Use decomposed

decompose into (prepositional phrase): To break down and separate into specific simpler parts or substances. — "The complex molecule decomposed into simpler elements."
decompose by (prepositional phrase): To break down through a specific agent or method. — "The dead leaves were decomposed by bacteria and fungi."

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