n.
1.the occurrence of a change for the worse
2.a symptom of reduced quality or strength
3.the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness
4.damage that results in a reduction of strength or quality
5.the act of making something futile and useless (as by routine)
Idiom of the Day
take advantage of (someone or something)
to use someone or something for one`s own benefit
We took advantage of the beautiful weather and went to the beach.