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erosion

/ɪˈrəʊʒən/

/ɪˈroʊʒən/

Translations

erosionnoun

erosions

The erosion of the coastline has been a major concern for the local community.

Эрозия береговой линии стала серьезной проблемой для местного сообщества.

Additional translations

Synonyms

wearing away

erosionadjective

/ɪˈrəʊʒən/

/ɪˈroʊʒən/

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

Synonyms

erosionnoun

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.

erosionadjective

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

Erosion control blankets were installed along the newly cut slope.