Meaning & Definition of word "Rotting"

Rotting

ˈrɒt.ɪŋ

1. the process of decaying or decomposing due to the action of bacteria and fungi.
- Example: The fruit was left out too long and is now rotting on the kitchen counter.
2. to cause to decay or decompose.
- Example: If we don't remove the garbage regularly, it will start rotting and produce a foul smell.
3. to become gradually worse or deteriorate.
- Example: The old building has been rotting for years and is now a safety hazard.

1. describing something that is decayed or decomposing.
- Example: The rotting logs in the forest provide nutrients to the soil.
2. having an offensive smell or taste due to decay.
- Example: The rotting vegetables in the bin attracted flies.

●from Old English 'rottian', meaning to decay.

rotting away:

gradually deteriorating or declining in quality.

rotting meat:

meat that has decayed and is no longer edible.

rotting wood:

wood that has deteriorated due to decay, often caused by moisture.

decompose:

to break down or decay into simpler components.

decay:

the process of rotting or decomposing.

putrefaction:

the process of decay or rotting in a body or other organic matter.

Meaning: feeling very tired or unwell, as if one's energy is decomposing.

● Example Sentence: After that workout, I'm totally rotting.

Meaning: when something is deteriorating in quality or standard.

● Example Sentence: The movie was so bad, it's just rotting.