corrosion
noun
cor·ro·sion
kə-ˈrō-zhən 
1
: the action, process, or effect of corroding
2
: a product of corroding
Examples of corrosion in a Sentence
the corrosion of family values that is often brought on by great wealth
Recent Examples on the Web
Our tester was thrilled with its portability and simple one-button operation—and the stainless steel blades are water-safe to protect against rust and corrosion.
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Lindsay Modglin, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2024
On paper, the idea to address social inequality and the corrosion of institutions by way of a potentially crowd-pleasing work of entertainment is sound, even daring, and that’s why the fact that the film’s many elements don’t amalgamate is a shame.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 24 Jan. 2024
To slow the corrosion of rebar that supports cement, the bridge recently underwent a $13.5 million electrochemical chloride extraction process.
—Lisa M. Krieger, The Mercury News, 4 Jan. 2024
The bowl is made from high quality 18/8 stainless steel that fights corrosion.
—Michelle Love, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Jan. 2024
The set’s matching stand is attractive and designed to help avoid corrosion with its rubber foot and drainage hole.
—Erika Veurink, wsj.com, 27 Dec. 2023
His dad, Terry, is an Iowa native who was senior master sergeant, working in corrosion control.
—Tim Carman, Washington Post, 20 Dec. 2023
Other components of the knife, including the pins and bolts, are coated to prevent rust and corrosion.
—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2024
Lead moves from the pipes into the water when the plumbing experiences corrosion, which is most severe when the water is acidic or has low mineral content.
—Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 30 Nov. 2023
Lindsay Modglin, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2024
On paper, the idea to address social inequality and the corrosion of institutions by way of a potentially crowd-pleasing work of entertainment is sound, even daring, and that’s why the fact that the film’s many elements don’t amalgamate is a shame.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 24 Jan. 2024
To slow the corrosion of rebar that supports cement, the bridge recently underwent a $13.5 million electrochemical chloride extraction process.
—Lisa M. Krieger, The Mercury News, 4 Jan. 2024
The bowl is made from high quality 18/8 stainless steel that fights corrosion.
—Michelle Love, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Jan. 2024
The set’s matching stand is attractive and designed to help avoid corrosion with its rubber foot and drainage hole.
—Erika Veurink, wsj.com, 27 Dec. 2023
His dad, Terry, is an Iowa native who was senior master sergeant, working in corrosion control.
—Tim Carman, Washington Post, 20 Dec. 2023
Other components of the knife, including the pins and bolts, are coated to prevent rust and corrosion.
—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2024
Lead moves from the pipes into the water when the plumbing experiences corrosion, which is most severe when the water is acidic or has low mineral content.
—Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 30 Nov. 2023
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“Corrosion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/corrosion. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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corrosion
noun
cor·ro·sion
kə-ˈrō-zhən
: the action, process, or effect of corroding
Medical Definition
corrosion
noun
cor·ro·sion
kə-ˈrō-zhən
1
: the action, process, or effect of corroding
arterial corrosion that characterizes arteriosclerosis—Journal of the American Medical Association
Journal of the American Medical Association2
: a study specimen of an organ or other structure prepared by injection of hollow parts (as blood vessels) with a plastic and subsequent removal of the surrounding tissue by corrosion
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