biodegradable
Pronunciation: /(ˌ)baɪoʊdəˈɡɹeɪdəbl̩/
The English word “biodegradable” has 2 meanings listed here.
adjective
- Capable of being decomposed by biological activity, especially by microorganisms.
noun
- Any material that can be decomposed by biological activity.
Etymology
From bio- + degradable.
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