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DECOMPOSITIONS

(noun)

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There are 5 meanings of the word Decompositions.

Decompositions - as a noun

The analysis of a vector field

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
vector decomposition

In a decomposed state

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disintegration16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decay11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(chemistry) separation of a substance into two or more substances that may differ from each other and from the original substance

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breakdown19chemical decomposition reactiondecomposition reaction
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
chemical reactionreaction10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breakdown19putrefaction19rot3rotting8

The organic phenomenon of rotting

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
decay11

Example Sentences

"Chemical decompositions are often studied in analytical chemistry."
"Bacterial decompositions in the stomach aid in digestion."
"Artificially induced decompositions are used to study the breakdown of specific compounds."
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Word Game Points

Is DECOMPOSITIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, decompositions is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DECOMPOSITIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.

Is DECOMPOSITIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, decompositions is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DECOMPOSITIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.

Is DECOMPOSITIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, decompositions is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DECOMPOSITIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.

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