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heartrot

Noun (Botany):

The decay of the central wood of a tree, caused by a fungal infection.

Example sentence:

The old oak tree had to be cut down due to extensive heartrot.

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Noun (Zoology):

A disease or condition affecting the heart of an animal.

Example sentence:

The veterinarian diagnosed the dog with heartrot and prescribed medication.

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Noun (Figurative):

A state of emotional or moral decay.

Example sentence:

The city's corruption had led to a heartrot within its government.

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Verb:

To cause or undergo decay or deterioration, especially in relation to the heart.

Example sentence:

The stress of the job can slowly heartrot a person if they don't take care of their emotional well-being.

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