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Definition & Meaning of "decomposition"in English

Decomposition
01

the analysis of a vector field 

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Plural form
decompositions
02

in a decomposed state 

03

the organic phenomenon of rotting 

04

the natural process where bacteria and fungi break down dead organic matter, returning nutrients to the ecosystem 

Examples
The fallen leaves underwent decomposition, enriching the soil with valuable nutrients. 
05

(chemistry) separation of a substance into two or more substances that may differ from each other and from the original substance 

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