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Definitions from the WebRancidityDefinition (noun): The state or quality of being rancid; the condition of having an unpleasant smell or taste as a result of oxidation or decomposition. Example sentence 1: The rancidity of the spoiled milk made it impossible to consume. Example sentence 2: Exposure to air can lead to the rancidity of certain oils and fats. Definition (adjective): Possessing an unpleasant smell or taste as a result of oxidation or decomposition; having gone bad. Example sentence 1: The rancidity of the expired nuts deterred customers from purchasing them. Example sentence 2: The cook detected the rancidity of the oil and decided to replace it. Definition (noun - popular): The quality of being boring, monotonous, or uninteresting. Example sentence 1: The lack of creativity in the movie resulted in its rancidity among the audience. Example sentence 2: The rancidity of the presentation led to disengagement from the audience. Definition (adverb - local): In a rancid manner; with an unpleasant smell or taste. Example sentence 1: The butter was spreading rancidity throughout the dish. Example sentence 2: The cheese had melted and started to stink rancidity. | ||||
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