rot
Pronunciation:
/ɹɔt//ɹɒt/[ɹɑt]noun
Definitions
The process of becoming rotten; putrefaction.
Decaying matter.
Any of several diseases in which breakdown of tissue occurs.
Verbal nonsense.
verb
Definitions
To suffer decomposition due to biological action, especially by fungi or bacteria.
Example: The apple left in the cupboard all that time had started to rot.
To decline in function or utility.
Example: Your brain will rot if you spend so much time on the computer, Tony!
To (cause to) deteriorate in any way, as in morals; to corrupt.
To make putrid; to cause to be wholly or partially decomposed by natural processes.
Example: to rot vegetable fiber