adj.
- Bringing about putrefaction.
- Of, relating to, or characterized by putrefaction.
Dictionary:
pu·tre·fac·tive (pyū'trə-făk'tĭv)
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The adjective has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
causing or promoting bacterial putrefaction
Synonym: putrefacient
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