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putrefacient

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective putrefacient has 1 sense
  1. putrefactive, putrefacient - causing or promoting bacterial putrefaction
    Antonym: antiseptic (indirect, via septic)

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Putrefacient

Description:

Putrefacient is an adjective that refers to something causing decay or putrefaction. It can also be used as a noun to describe a substance or agent that induces rotting or decomposition.

Example Sentences:

Adjective:

  1. The putrefacient smell coming from the garbage can was unbearable.
  2. The putrefacient bacteria in the stagnant water resulted in the formation of a greenish layer.

Noun:

  1. Scientists are studying various putrefacients to understand their role in the decomposition process.
  2. Using a putrefacient can speed up the decomposition of organic matter in composting.

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