Meaning of the word "decay"
decay
to be destroyed over time, naturally or on purpose
[verb]
Examples:
After death, the body begins to decay.
an item in a state of destruction
[noun]
Examples:
The dentist pointed out his tooth decay.
to be destroyed over time, naturally or on purpose
[verb]
Examples:
After death, the body begins to decay.
an item in a state of destruction
[noun]
Examples:
The dentist pointed out his tooth decay.