Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

dry-rot

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: 3.66 in modern English

Syllables: dry-rot
IPA

10

Scrabble Score

6

Letters

2

Syllables

5

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

Alternative form of dry rot.

Uncountable

Example Sentences

"But, there are a few fungi that transport water to dry wood and cause decay called dry-rot or water-conducting fungi."

Usage

Uncountable

Questions

What does dry-rot mean?: Alternative form of dry rot.

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