Putrefaction

//ˌpjuːtɹəˈfækʃən//

Word Type

Noun

The word "putrefaction" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

antiputrefaction

Derived From

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

decay immorality

Type Of (IsA)

Related Terms

putrefacient putrefactive putrefy putrescent putrid

Related Terms

anaerobic bacteria fungi malodorous oxidize protein putrefacient putrefactive putrefy putrescent putrid rot

Synonym Network

corruption decomposition

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