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Rot

/rˈɑt/
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(verb) To suffer decomposition due to biological action, especially by fungi or bacteria.

Fruits tend to rot quickly.
Put the meat in the refrigerator, or it will rot.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The wooden fence posts began to ____ after years of exposure to rain and moisture.

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