eroding

Meanings

• verb (intransitive), verb (transitive)

  The gradual wearing away of the lands, structures, or objects, often by the action of wind, water, or other natural agents.

  - "The constant eroding of the cliffs by the sea has created beautiful caves."
  - "The river's strong current eroded the banks, making the road impassable."

• verb (transitive)

  To cause (something) to wear away gradually, especially by the action of natural elements.

  - "The wind eroded the sand dunes, leaving behind intricate patterns."
  - "Acid rain erodes statues made of limestone."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with eroding
eroding , coding , modifying , hiding , confiding , abiding , deciding , denying , supplying , complying , lying , spying , dying

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Variants

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erodable , erode , eroded , erodes , erodibilities , erodibility , erodible , eroding

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Forms

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erodes, eroding, eroded

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Etymology

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From Old English erodian, meaning 'to gnaw, eat away'.

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Trivia

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1. Erosion is a natural process that plays an essential role in shaping the Earth's surface.

2. Soil erosion is a major environmental issue, leading to loss of productivity, increased flooding, and reduced water quality.

3. Water erosion is the most common and most damaging form of erosion, affecting approximately 1.9 billion hectares of land worldwide.

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Related Concepts

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1. Erosion: A geological process that wears away the land by the action of wind, water, or ice.

2. Soil erosion: The process by which the topsoil is removed from an area, usually due to water, wind, or human activities.

3. Water erosion: The process by which water wears away the land, often leading to the formation of valleys, canyons, and other landforms.

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Culture

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In literature, eroding is often used as a metaphor for the passage of time, decay, or change. In art, it is a common theme in landscape paintings and sculptures.

How to Memorize "eroding"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the gradual wearing away of a cliff by the sea or a statue by acid rain.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the image of a river carving its way through the land.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the rule: ERODES - Erosion Rates Often Determine Erosion Speeds.

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