rotennesse

Middle English

/ˈrɔtə(n)nɛs/

noun
Definitions
  • Rotting or decomposition; the situation where something rots.
  • Necrosis or putrefaction; The state of being gangrenous, infected or festering.
  • Pussy matter; the results of suppuration.
  • (rare) Decomposing rubbish or leaves.

Etymology

Affix from Middle English roten (root, rot, rotten).

Origin

Middle English

roten

Gloss

root, rot, rotten

Concept
Semantic Field

Agriculture and vegetation

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

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