American English pronunciation
How to pronounce biodegradable
IPA transcription: [,baɪoʊdəɡ'ɹeɪdəbəl]
Hear “biodegradable” pronounced
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Adjective
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capable of being decomposed by e.g. bacteria
“a biodegradable detergent”
Usage examples
- Some pet owners prefer biodegradable litters due to its friendliness to the environment.
- Owing to surface currents, the Sargasso accumulates a high concentration of non-biodegradable plastic waste.