rot
//rɒt//
Verb
rotInfinitive
rotPresent tense
rottedPast tense
rottedPast participle
rottingPresent participle
rotsThird-person singular
1
To decay or decompose through the action of bacteria and fungi.
The fallen leaves will rot and become part of the soil.
2
To gradually deteriorate or decline in quality, condition, or value.
Without proper maintenance, the old building began to rot.
3
To cause something to decay or decompose.
Too much water will rot the roots of the plant.
Noun
1
The process of decaying or decomposing organic matter.
The rot of the fallen leaves enriches the soil.
2
A state of moral or social decline or corruption.
The rot in the political system has been spreading for years.
3
Nonsense; rubbish (informal British usage).
Don't talk such rot!