putrescence
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pu·tres·cence
(pyo͞o-trĕs′əns)n.
1. A putrescent character or condition.
2. Putrid matter.
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putrescence
1. the state or process of rotting or putrefying.
2. rotting or putrefying matter. — putrescent, adj.
See also: Processes2. rotting or putrefying matter. — putrescent, adj.
1. the state or process of rotting or putrefying.
2. rotting or putrefying matter. — putrescent, adj.
See also: Decaying2. rotting or putrefying matter. — putrescent, adj.
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Noun | 1. | putrescence - in a state of progressive putrefaction putrefaction, rot - a state of decay usually accompanied by an offensive odor |
2. | putrescence - the quality of rotting and becoming putrid |
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putrescence
nounThe condition of being decayed:
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