noun

putrefaction

Putrefaction (noun) means the act of causing to rot; the anaerobic splitting of proteins by bacteria and fungi with the formation of malodorous, incompletely oxidized products.

noun

The act of causing to rot; the anaerobic splitting of proteins by bacteria and fungi with the formation of malodorous, incompletely oxidized products.

Rotten material.

The state of being rotten.

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Etymology

First attested between 1350 and 1400 from Middle English putrefaccioun, from Old French putrefaccïon, from Latin putrefactiō, from putrefactus, perfect passive participle of putrefaciō (“become rotten”)

Rhymes for putrefaction

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of putrefaction?

"putrefaction" (noun) means the act of causing to rot; the anaerobic splitting of proteins by bacteria and fungi with the formation of malodorous, incompletely oxidized products.

What are the different meanings of putrefaction?

"putrefaction" has 3 main meanings: 1. The act of causing to rot; the anaerobic splitting of proteins by bacteria and fungi with the formation of malodorous, incompletely oxidized products; 2. Rotten material; 3. The state of being rotten.