biodegradable

Word parts

bio- + degradable

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /(ˌ)baɪoʊdəˈɡreɪdəbl̩/ or /(ˌ)baɪədəˈɡreɪdəbl̩/

Adjective

Positive biodegradable

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1. Something that is biodegradable can be decomposed by biological activity.