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DECOMPOSE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Decompose.

Decompose - as a verb

Separate (substances) into constituent elements or parts

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
break downbreak up
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
separate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Lose a stored charge, magnetic flux, or current

Example: "The particles disintegrated during the nuclear fission process"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
decaydisintegrate

Break down

Example: "The bodies decomposed in the heat"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
moldermoulderrot
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decay
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Bacteria decompose organic matter in the soil."
"The dead leaves began to decompose and turn into compost."
"It can take several months or years for certain materials to decompose."
"The carcass of the animal started to decompose, emitting a foul odor."
"Microorganisms help decompose dead plants and animals in the forest."
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Word Game Points

Is DECOMPOSE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, decompose is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DECOMPOSE has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is DECOMPOSE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, decompose is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DECOMPOSE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is DECOMPOSE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, decompose is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DECOMPOSE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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