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Biodegrade

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Biodegrade is a verb meaning To decompose as a result of biological action, especially by microorganisms.

Meaning

To decompose as a result of biological action, especially by microorganisms.

Example Sentences

PLA decomposes slowly, but plants can help the material biodegrade five to seven times faster in the soil, Kato says.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include biodecay, biodeposit, bioremediate, bioerode, biofoul, biocontaminate.

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