Definition of Putrefaction

rotting; decay

Examples of Putrefaction in a sentence

Putrefaction of the animal made the area where it died smell horrible.  🔊

Fearing that putrefaction would take place, the baker placed the vegetables in tight bags that are supposed to help keep things fresh.  🔊

She did not fear death, but putrefaction, and opted for cremation instead.  🔊

As putrefaction of the dog occurred, someone called the authorities so that it could be buried humanely.  🔊

Although putrefaction took place in the garden, the stench was still unbearable to the home owners.  🔊

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