The meaning of PUTRID is being in a state of putrefaction : rotten. How to use putrid in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Putrid.

PUTRID definition: in a state of foul decay or decomposition, as animal or vegetable matter; rotten. See examples of putrid used in a sentence.

Definition of putrid adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

The smell is weak when the mushroom is young, but becomes putrid in older specimens, reminiscent of carrion.

Define putrid. putrid synonyms, putrid pronunciation, putrid translation, English dictionary definition of putrid. adj. 1. Decomposed and foul-smelling; rotten: putrid meat.

3 days ago · Adjective putrid (comparative more putrid, superlative most putrid) Rotting, rotten, being in a state of putrefaction. [from 14th c.] putrid flesh; putrid matter; putrid meat

There are five meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective putrid, one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.