decay in Greek
decay in Greek is σήψη — decay means to rot or gradually break down, especially of organic matter.
decay in Greek
σήψη
Pronounced: sipsi
(ecology, medicine) The process or result of being gradually decomposed; rot, decomposition.
What does "decay" mean?
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verb To rot or gradually break down, especially of organic matter.
"The fallen leaves slowly decayed into the soil."
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verb To decline gradually in quality, strength, or condition.
"The old empire's power decayed over several centuries."
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noun The process or result of rotting or gradual deterioration.
"The building showed signs of decay after years of neglect."
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noun In physics, the process by which an unstable atomic nucleus or particle breaks down over time.
"Scientists measured the radioactive decay of the isotope."
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decay in a sentence
- The fallen leaves slowly decayed into the soil.
- Without treatment, the tooth will continue to decay.
- The old empire's power decayed over several centuries.
- The building showed signs of decay after years of neglect.
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What is "decay" in Greek?
"decay" in Greek is σήψη. decay means: To rot or gradually break down, especially of organic matter.
How do you pronounce σήψη?
"decay" in Greek is σήψη, pronounced "sipsi".
How do you use "decay" in a sentence?
Example: "The fallen leaves slowly decayed into the soil." In Greek, "decay" is σήψη.
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