aife — meaning in English

English meaning

• decay verb To rot or gradually break down, especially of organic matter.
• decline verb To become weaker, smaller, or worse over time.
• ebb noun The falling back of the tide as it moves away from the shore.
• reflux noun A backward flow, especially of stomach acid up into the throat.

Senses

aife is used for these senses in English:

• ebb The receding movement of the tide.
• reflux (chemistry) A technique, using a reflux condenser, allowing one to boil the contents of a vessel over an extended period.

decay — full definition

1. verb To rot or gradually break down, especially of organic matter.
2. verb To decline gradually in quality, strength, or condition.
3. noun The process or result of rotting or gradual deterioration.
4. noun In physics, the process by which an unstable atomic nucleus or particle breaks down over time.

decline — full definition

1. verb To become weaker, smaller, or worse over time.
2. verb To politely refuse an offer or invitation.
3. noun A gradual decrease or worsening.

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