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/dɪˈɡreɪdərz/ · de·grad·ers
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- Substances or organisms that break down or degrade other materials, especially pollutants or waste products The degraders in the ecosystem played a crucial role in cleaning up the oil spill.
- People or things that cause something to become less respected, less valued, or less effective The company's degraders were the employees who consistently underperformed and brought down the team's morale.
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Did you know? The term 'degraders' is often used in environmental science to describe microorganisms that break down pollutants, and has become a key concept in the development of bioremediation technologies. The discovery of these degraders has led to innovative solutions for cleaning up contaminated sites and restoring ecosystems.