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Meaning of biodegradable
The primary meaning of "biodegradable" refers to the ability of a substance to be broken down naturally by biological means.
Etymology of biodegradable
The word "biodegradable" is derived from the Greek words "bios" (meaning life), "dia" (meaning through or by means of), and the Latin word "gradus" or "degradare" (meaning to step down or break down)
The term emerged in the mid-20th century as environmental concerns and the understanding of biological processes increased
Synonyms
eco-friendly
sustainable
green
environmentally friendly
compostable
recyclable
reusable
non-toxic
organic
natural
renewable
degradable
disposable
dissolvable
absorbable
perishable
corruptible
putrescible
fragmentable
separable
decomposable
degradable
breakable
collapsible
shreddable
meltable
dissoluble
erodible
corrosible
oxidizable
Definitions
- Capable of being broken down naturally by living organisms, especially microorganisms, into harmless or non-polluting products
- * Able to decompose or rot, especially by the action of microorganisms
Usage Examples
- The company switched to biodegradable packaging to reduce its environmental impact
- * Biodegradable plastics are made from renewable resources such as corn starch or sugarcane
- * The biodegradable waste was composted and used as fertilizer in the garden