Meaning & use
rot
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to decay or decompose gradually through the action of bacteria or fungi.
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The fallen logs slowly rotted on the forest floor.
Leaving the fruit out too long caused it to rot.
A note on using this word
As informal British slang, 'rot' can also mean nonsense, as in the expression 'talk rot.'
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Another way to use it
2. noun
nonsense or foolish talk
Don't listen to him — that's just rot.
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