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erosion

/ɪˈrəʊʒən/

/ɪˈroʊʒən/

erosionnoun

erosions

Translations

The constant erosion of the coastline has led to the loss of several meters of land each year.

L'érosion constante du littoral a entraîné la perte de plusieurs mètres de terre chaque année.

Definitions

The process by which the surface of the earth gets worn down by natural forces such as wind, water, or ice.

The constant erosion of the coastline has led to the loss of several meters of land each year.

The gradual destruction or diminution of something.

The erosion of public trust in the government has been a significant issue in recent years.

A superficial or shallow ulceration of the skin or a mucous membrane.

The endoscopy revealed a gastric erosion that required treatment.

Synonyms

wearing away

erosionadjective

/ɪˈrəʊʒən/

/ɪˈroʊʒən/

Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "erosion control") to denote relation to, or prevention of, erosion.

Translations

antiérosionS'emploie pour ce qui sert à prévenir ou limiter l'érosion.

Erosion control blankets were installed along the newly cut slope.

Des couvertures antiérosion ont été installées le long du talus fraîchement découpé.

Definitions

Relating to or intended to prevent, reduce, or measure erosion.

Erosion control blankets were installed along the newly cut slope.

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