Meaning of corrode in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /kəˈroʊd/

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  1. Verb

    corrode

    Etymology

    late Middle English: from Latin corrodere, from cor- (expressing intensive force) + rodere‘gnaw’

    Definitions

    1. cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid

    Examples

    • « The acid corroded the metal »
    • « The steady dripping of water rusted the metal stopper in the sink »

    Derived terms

  2. 2. become destroyed by water, air, or an etching chemical such as an acid

    Examples

    • « The metal corroded »
    • « The pipes rusted »

    Derived terms

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