The process of eroding or stripping away layers of soil, rock, or vegetation from the surface of the Earth. The denudation of the hillside was evident after the heavy rains washed away the topsoil.
The act of removing a covering so as to leave something bare or exposed, often used metaphorically. The investigation resulted in the denudation of the company’s hidden financial dealings.
In medicine or biology, the loss or deliberate removal of a surface layer of tissue, such as epithelium. Surgical denudation of the corneal epithelium was required before the transplant.