decomposition

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UK:^*UK and possibly other pronunciationsUK and possibly other pronunciations/ˌdiːkɒmpəˈzɪʃ^ən/

US:USA pronunciation: IPAUSA pronunciation: IPA/ˌdikɑmpəˈzɪʃən/

US:USA pronunciation: respellingUSA pronunciation: respelling(dē′kom pə zish′ən)

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decomposition
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Synonyms:

dissolution, breakdown, disintegration, decay , rot , rotting, rottenness, crumbling, breakup, gangrene, mildew, mold (US), mould (UK), biodegradation, degradation, spoilage, putrefaction, putrescence, putridness, rancidness, necrosis

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