Definition & Meaning of "rotting"in English

Rotting

undergoing decay, resulting in a state of decomposition that produces a foul odor and visible deterioration

decayed

off

putrescent

putrid

rancid

Grammatical Information

Animacy status

Inanimate

Composition

Compound

Uncountable

singular

not gender specific

Plural form

rottings

Examples

The rotting apples in the fruit basket had turned into a mushy mess with a sour smell.

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rotting

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