ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Composting

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈkɑmpoʊstɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Composting is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of compost.

Meaning

present participle and gerund of compost.

More Meanings

  1. Composted material; compost.

Example Sentences

Because clopyralid is persistent and does not break down during the composting process, grass clippings and other green waste that have been treated with the chemical can contaminate entire compostings, the suit contends.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include decomposition, comminute, putrefaction, digestate, biofermentation, humifaction.

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