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erosion

/əˈɹəʊʒən/

Meanings
  • noun

    The gradual wearing away of the surface of a rock or soil by the action of wind, water, or other natural agents.

    - "The erosion of the coastline is a natural process that shapes the shore."
    - "Rainwater is a major cause of erosion in desert areas."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with erosion
deposition , imposition , position , composition
Variants
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erosion , erosional , erosionally , erosions , gully erosion , gully erosions
Etymology
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From the Old French word 'erosion', from the Latin word 'erosionem' (a loosening), from 'erodere' (to grind or wear away).


Trivia
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  1. Erosion is a major contributor to the creation of beaches, deltas, and other landforms.

  2. The Grand Canyon is a prime example of the power of erosion by water.

  3. Soil erosion is a major environmental issue, leading to decreased agricultural productivity and increased sedimentation in waterways.


Related Concepts
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  1. Weathering: The process by which rocks and soils break down and deteriorate due to various natural agents, including erosion.

  2. Soil Erosion: A type of erosion that specifically refers to the removal of soil by wind or water.

  3. Wind Erosion: A type of erosion caused by wind, which can move and transport soil, sand, and other particles.


Culture
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Erosion has been a significant theme in literature, particularly in works that explore the natural world and the passage of time. For example, in John Muir's 'My First Summer in the Sierra', he describes the erosion of Yosemite Valley and the geological processes that shaped it.

How to Memorize "erosion"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a river slowly carving away at a rocky shore, wearing it down over time.

  2. associate

    - Think of erosion as the natural process that shapes and molds the land.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember EROSION as an acronym for 'Erosion: Rainwater's Outstanding Operation in Nature'.


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