rot
Definition
- n. a state of decay usually accompanied by an offensive odor
- n. (biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action
- n. unacceptable behavior (especially ludicrously false statements)
- v. break down
- v. become physically weaker
Word forms
- Past participle
- rotted
- Present participle
- rotting
- Third person singular
- rots
- Past tense
- rotted
Example sentences
n.
The fruit was left out too long and started to show signs of rot.
vi.
If you leave the vegetables in the fridge for too long, they will rot.
vt.
The damp conditions can rot wooden structures if they are not treated properly.