Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rotten-fruit
Noun
/ˈrɒt.ən fruːt/
Definition
Fruit that has decayed or become spoiled due to various processes, often resulting in an unpleasant odor and texture.
Examples
- The garden was filled with the smell of rotten fruit after the storm knocked down the apple tree.
- She composted the rotten fruit to enrich the soil for next year’s planting.
- It’s important to discard rotten fruit from your kitchen to prevent attracting pests.
Meaning
Rotten fruit refers to any fruit that has passed its ripe stage and begun to decompose, typically becoming inedible.
Synonyms
- spoiled fruit
- decayed fruit
- bad fruit
- overripe fruit
