English

rot

rɑt, rɑːt, ɹɒt, ɹɔt
Meaning: to decay by a gradual natural process
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: rɑːt, ɹɒt, ɹɔt

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base rot
3rd person singular present rots
Present participle rotting
Past rotted
Will future will rot
Going-to future going to rot
Imperative negative don't rot / do not rot

Example

The fallen apples started to rot on the damp ground.
The fallen apples started to rot on the damp ground.

Usage Notes

Usually applied to organic matter like food or wood when it breaks down due to bacteria or fungi.

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