decompound

Meaning

Noun

A decomposite.

Adj

1. Compound of what is already compounded; compounded a second time.
2. Several times compounded or divided, as a leaf or stem; decomposite.

Verb

1. To compound or mix with that which is already compound; to compound a second time.
2. To reduce to constituent parts; to decompose.

Synonyms

decompose

decomposite

compound word

cracking

decomposition

digestion

disintegration

dissect

dissociation

resolution

resolve

analytical

decompounded

break up

Translations

zerlegen

décomposer

désagréger

disloquer

disséquer

scinder

dissecteren

ontbinden

ontleden

oplossen

Pronounced as (IPA)

/dɪˈkɒmpaʊnd/

Etymology

From de- + compound.