amoldering

adjective

amol·​der·​ing

əˈmōld(ə)riŋ

: in a decaying condition

amoldering in the grave

Word History

Etymology

a- entry 1 + moldering, gerund of molder

First Known Use

1866, in the meaning defined above

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