Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
puture
noun
ˈpyü-chər
Definition
An obsolete term that refers to the state of decay or decomposition, particularly in the context of organic matter.
Examples
- The puture of the forgotten fruit in the trash was overwhelming.
- As autumn approached, the puture of fallen leaves became a common sight in the park.
- Biologists studied the puture of organic material to understand the decomposition process.
Meaning
The word ‘puture’ was primarily used to describe the process of something rotting or decaying, often associated with the unpleasant smell and appearance that accompanies decomposition.
Synonyms
- decomposition
- decay
- rot
- putrefaction
