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erosion

Pronunciation: [ɪˈroʊʒən]

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Learn how to use erosion in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “environment”

(noun) the process where soil, rocks, or land gradually wear away and are removed by natural forces like wind or water. Imagine if you have a sandcastle at the beach and the waves wash some of it away; that is erosion.

Example

The riverbanks are experiencing erosion, which makes the landscape beautiful.

Example

There was no erosion seen after the heavy rain; everything stayed safe and intact.

Example

What can we do to prevent erosion on our farm?

Context: “health”

(noun) the gradual damage to a part of the body, like teeth wearing away. It’s like if you drink lots of soda, your teeth can have erosion and become weak.

Example

The dentist said that good brushing helps avoid erosion of tooth enamel.

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Eating too much candy caused no erosion in her teeth; she visits the dentist regularly.

Example

Can erosion of teeth be reversed with treatment?

How to pronounce erosion

Pronunciation: [ɪˈroʊʒən]

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