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spoilage

Pronunciation: /ˈspɔɪlɪdʒ/
Definition of spoilage

noun

[mass noun]
  • 1the action or process of spoiling, especially the deterioration of food and other perishable goods.
  • 2waste produced by material being spoilt, especially paper that is spoilt in printing.

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Definition of spoilage in the US English dictionary
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