erosion
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/ɪˈroʊʒən/
/ɪˈrəʊʒən/
GeneralGeology
- 1 erozyon uncountable
Definition (English)
The process by which earth, rock, or other material is worn away and transported by natural forces.
Example Sentences
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Water erosion can damage coastlines.Su erozyonu kıyı şeritlerine zarar verebilir.
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Deforestation can lead to soil erosion.Ormansızlaşma toprak erozyonuna yol açabilir.
Figurative
- 1 aşınma, erime uncountable
Definition (English)
The gradual weakening or destruction of something, such as trust or rights.
Example Sentences
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The scandal led to a steady erosion of public trust.Skandal, kamuoyu güveninin giderek aşınmasına yol açtı.
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Rising prices have caused an erosion of people's savings.Artan fiyatlar insanların birikimlerinin erimesine neden oldu.
Synonyms
weatheringwearing away