: liable to become putrid

Word History

First Known Use

1753, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of putrescible was in 1753

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“Putrescible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/putrescible. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.

Medical Definition

putrescible

adjective
: liable to become putrid
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