Meaning of the word rotting in English

What does rotting mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

rotting

US /ˈrɑtɪŋ/
UK /ˈrɒtɪŋ/

Adjective

decaying or decomposing

Example:
The smell of rotting fruit filled the air.
We found some rotting wood in the old shed.