decomposition
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- n the analysis of a vector field
- n in a decomposed state
- n (chemistry) separation of a substance into two or more substances that may differ from each other and from the original substance
- n (biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action
- n the organic phenomenon of rotting
- Each successive stage of decomposition, Payne found, was characterized by the arrival and departure of particular groups of insects.
- Forensic entomologists observe insects beetles, flies, worms and even butterflies that feed on flesh and body fluids at specific times in the decomposition process .
- The 21 women and 18 men, ranging in age from 26 to 72, were in varying stages of decomposition; the smell permeating the house was so putrid that two sickened officers went to .