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decomposition
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/dɨkõpuzisɐ̃w̃/de·com·po·si·ção
Definition
1The process by which a substance or organic matter breaks down into simpler elements.
Usage examples
“The decomposition of leaves in the soil enriches it with nutrients.”
“Heat accelerates the decomposition of food.”
Common combinations
organic decompositionchemical decompositionstate of decompositiondecomposition process