ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Decompound

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /dɪˈkɒmpaʊnd/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Decompound is a noun meaning A decomposite.

Meaning

A decomposite.

More Meanings

  1. Compound of what is already compounded; compounded a second time.
  2. (botany) Several times compounded or divided
  3. To compound or mix with that which is already compound; to recompound.
  4. To reduce to constituent parts; to decompose.

Example Sentences

decompound leaf/stem
It divides and decompounds objects into […] parts.

Word Forms

Synonyms for decompound

Depending on context, synonyms include decomposite, compound.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include compound, pinnately, decomplexification, decompilation, decommissioner, decomplementation.

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