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    Descomposición (en. Decomposition)

    /deskomposiˈsjon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Degradation of organic matter by the action of microorganisms.
    The decomposition of organic remains is essential for nutrient recycling in nature.
    La descomposición de los restos orgánicos es fundamental para el reciclaje de nutrientes en la naturaleza.
    Action of breaking something down into its elements or parts.
    The chemist analyzed the decomposition of the substance into its basic components.
    El químico analizó la descomposición de la sustancia en sus componentes básicos.
    State of something that is in decomposition.
    The corpse was in an advanced state of decomposition.
    El cadáver estaba en un avanzado estado de descomposición.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'descompositio', meaning decomposition.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    decomposition of matter
    Process by which materials break down into simpler substances.
    descomposición de la materia
    in a state of decomposition
    Situation in which something is deteriorated or in ruins.
    en estado de descomposición

    Related Words

    decompose
    To make something turn into simpler parts.
    descomponer
    composition
    Action of composing something from various parts.
    composición
    decomposer
    Organism that participates in the decomposition of organic matter.
    decompositor

    Slang Meanings

    Decomposition in the context of personal relationships.
    That friendship has been in decomposition for a long time.
    Esa amistad está en descomposición desde hace tiempo.
    Referring to a chaotic or disordered state.
    My room is in complete decomposition.
    Mi habitación está en completa descomposición.