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enzymatic decomposition, especially of proteins, with the production of foul-smelling compounds, such as hydrogen sulfide, ammonia, and mercaptans. Fermentation.
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decomposition, rotting
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decomposition of organic matter forming foul smelling by-products.
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The process of rotting
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The act or the process of putrefying; the offensive decay of albuminous or other matter.
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The condition of being putrefied; also, that which putrefied.
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decay usually accompanied by an offensive odor
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(biology) decaying caused by bacterial or fungal action
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