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Meaning of water-rot
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water-rot (v. t.)
To rot by steeping in water; to water-ret; as, to water-rot hemp or flax.
water-rot Sentence Examples
- The constant exposure to water-rot weakened the wooden beams, rendering them structurally unsound.
- The mildew and water-rot had spread throughout the basement, creating a musty and unhealthy environment.
- The old boat had succumbed to water-rot, its hull riddled with holes and its wooden planks disintegrating.
- The water-rotted walls of the abandoned house crumbled at the slightest touch, leaving behind a pile of rubble.
- The incessant leaking from the roof had caused extensive water-rot in the attic, damaging the insulation and weakening the rafters.
- The water-rotted timber couldn't support the weight of the roof any longer, resulting in a partial collapse of the building.
- The water-rotted roots of the ancient oak tree made it vulnerable to toppling over during storms.
- The water damage had caused extensive water-rot on the kitchen cabinets, requiring them to be replaced.
- The wooden bridge was closed due to severe water-rot, making it unsafe for pedestrians and vehicles.
- The old books in the library had been ravaged by water-rot, leaving their pages brittle and illegible.
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To rot by steeping in water; to water-ret; as, to water-rot hemp or flax.
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The constant exposure to water-rot weakened the wooden beams, rendering them structurally unsound.
The mildew and water-rot had spread throughout the basement, creating a musty and unhealthy environment.
The old boat had succumbed to water-rot, its hull riddled with holes and its wooden planks disintegrating.
The water-rotted walls of the abandoned house crumbled at the slightest touch, leaving behind a pile of rubble.
