decomposition

/dˌikəmpoʊzˈɪʃən/ · 5 syllables

Meaning

noun

1. the analysis of a vector field
2. in a decomposed state
3. (chemistry) separation of a substance into two or more substances that may differ from each other and from the original substance
4. (biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action
5. the organic phenomenon of rotting

Synonyms for decomposition

• vector decomposition
• disintegration
• decomposition reaction
• chemical decomposition reaction
• rot
• rotting
• putrefaction
• breakdown
• decay

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