Subsidence
01
沈下, 地盤沈下
the process during which a building or piece of land sinks to a lower level or to the ground
例
The coastal town experienced significant subsidence, causing several buildings to tilt and crack.
その海岸の町は重大な沈下を経験し、いくつかの建物が傾き、ひびが入った。
Subsidence in the region was linked to the extensive groundwater extraction by local farmers.
その地域の地盤沈下は、地元の農家による大規模な地下水のくみ上げと関連していた。
02
the sudden falling in of a surface into a hollow or void beneath it
例
The mine experienced subsidence, creating a large sinkhole.
Subsidence of the pavement revealed an underground tunnel.
03
a decrease in intensity, severity, or degree of something
例
The subsidence of the fever indicated patient recovery.
Subsidence of the storm allowed for safe travel.
