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decay
/dɪˈkeɪ/
verb
rozkładać się
Also
gnićdegradować się
Definition
To rot or decompose through the action of bacteria and fungi, or to decline in quality or strength.
Examples
The old wooden fence began to decay.
Stary drewniany płot zaczął się rozkładać.
Their power began to decay after the war.
Ich potęga zaczęła podupadać po wojnie.
Synonyms
Collocations
teeth decaywood decaymoral decay
noun
rozkład
Also
próchnica(f)upadek(m)
Definition
The state or process of rotting or decomposition, or a decline in quality, strength, or prosperity.
Examples
The decay of the ancient ruins was evident.
Rozkład starożytnych ruin był widoczny.
Dental decay can be prevented with good hygiene.
Próchnicy zębów można zapobiec dzięki dobrej higienie.
Synonyms
Collocations
tooth decayurban decayradioactive decay
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