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wither

/ˈwɪðər/ verb · British & US
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What does wither mean?

verb

To become or cause to become dry and wilted, or to lose freshness or vitality. To decay or perish, especially from lack of nourishment.

Example

"The flowers began to wither in the scorching heat."

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