noun Uncommon

decaying

Decaying (noun) means the ongoing process of rotting or gradual deterioration. Example: “The smell of decaying leaves filled the autumn air.”

noun

The ongoing process of rotting or gradual deterioration.

"The smell of decaying leaves filled the autumn air."

How to use decaying

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe process of something rotting or falling apart.

Common pairings

decaying leaves a decaying building

decayings plural

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What does “decaying” mean?

The word “decaying” means the ongoing process of rotting or gradual deterioration. In plain terms, the process of something rotting or falling apart.

How do you use “decaying” in a sentence?

Here is “decaying” used in a sentence: “The smell of decaying leaves filled the autumn air.”

What part of speech is “decaying”?

“Decaying” is a noun.

Is “decaying” a common word?

“Decaying” is an uncommon word in modern English.