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Definition erosion in American English

erosion noun

[uncountable]noun
/ɪˈroʊʒ(ə)n/
1

the process by which the surface of land or rock is gradually damaged by water, wind, etc. and begins to disappear

Example

soil/coastal/glacial erosion

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2

the gradual reduction or destruction of something important

Example

the erosion of public confidence in the government

Definition erosion in American English