Decay
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British pronunciation/dɪkˈe‍ɪ/
American pronunciation/dɪˈkeɪ/

Definition & Meaning of "decay"

to decay
01

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

to decay definition and meaning
1.1

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

to decay definition and meaning
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Example
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Without proper maintenance, the historic church began to decay.
In the absence of regular upkeep, the wooden pier decayed.
Over the years, the abandoned house decayed, its walls crumbling and its roof sagging.
As economic opportunities dwindled, the industrial district decayed, with factories closing down and infrastructure falling into disrepair.
02

(of a radioactive substance) undergoe fission or emits radiation, resulting in the transformation of its atomic nucleus into a different element or isotope

03

to cause gradual destruction or damage of something

Decay
01

a gradual decrease; as of stored charge or current

02

the process of gradually becoming inferior

03

the organic phenomenon of rotting

04

the spontaneous disintegration of a radioactive substance along with the emission of ionizing radiation

05

an inferior state resulting from the process of decaying

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Example
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The old building is currently decaying due to weathering.
The untreated metal was decaying slowly in the corrosive environment.
The fallen leaves have decayed, enriching the soil with nutrients.
Over the years, the ancient ruins decayed into partial structures.
Wood can decay if left untreated and exposed to moisture.
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