Biodegradable Definition

bīō-dĭ-grādə-bəl
adjective
Capable of being readily decomposed by microbial action, as some detergents.
Webster's New World
Capable of being decomposed by biological agents, especially bacteria.
A biodegradable detergent.
American Heritage Medicine

Capable of being decomposed by biological activity, especially by microorganisms.

Wiktionary
noun
Any material that can be decomposed by biological activity.
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Other Word Forms of Biodegradable

Noun

Singular:
biodegradable
Plural:
biodegradables

Origin of Biodegradable

Biodegradable Sentence Examples

  • Bacteria can process toxic wastes and oil spills into harmless biodegradable materials.

  • Can we use biodegradable bags in the green bin?

  • Bamboo is a 100 percent biodegradable natural fiber.

  • As a last resort, you can use biodegradable stool bags at times when you really need them.

  • Natural cleansers are typically biodegradable, and producers do not use animal testing or animal-based products for their soaps.The most common types of natural soaps are milk-based or made with vegetable oils.

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Words Starting With

BBIBIO

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ELEBLE

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Words Starting With B and Ending With E

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