Definitions

1. verb

to become or cause to become rotten or decaying

“The fruit putresced after being left at room temperature for too long.”

2. verb

to cause or become putrid or foul-smelling

“The garbage putresced and emitted a terrible odor.”

3. verb

to rot or decay, especially in a foul or nauseating way

“The body putresced after being exposed to the elements.”