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biodegradable

adjective
 
 
/ˌbaɪ.əʊ.dɪˈɡreɪ.dɪ.bl̩/ US  /-oʊ-/

Definition

able to decay naturally and in a way that is not harmful: Biodegradable packaging helps to limit the amount of harmful chemicals released into the atmosphere.Environmental issuesRubbish and wasteProtection and protectorsDecaying and staying fresh
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