Definition of Degrade
Degrade
de·grade
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(verb)
To lower in quality, value, or character; to deteriorate or worsen.
e.g. The company's reputation began to degrade after the scandal.
(verb)
to break down chemically;
e.g. Lysosomes degrade any non-functional organelles as a way to contribute to autophagy.
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