decay

/dɪkˈe‍ɪ/

/dɪˈkeɪ/

to decay

MAIN VERB

se décomposer

to be gradually damaged or destroyed as a result of natural processes

1.1

se décomposer

(of a structure or an area) to become worse gradually

Synonymes : crumble

décomposer

to cause something gradual destruction or damage

Exemples

1. The distinctive smell of decaying gulfweed is often associated with coastal areas.

2. The undead are decaying human corpses.

3. Physical things decay.

4. Matter decays.