Dictionary Check: septic

"septic" is a valid word!

Scrabble 10 points
Words with Friends 12 points

Definition

adjective

containing or resulting from disease-causing organisms

Example: "a septic sore throat"
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adjective

of or relating to or caused by putrefaction

Example: "the septic action occurs at the bottom of the septic tank"

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