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to erode
01
(of natural forces such as wind, water, or other environmental factors) to gradually wear away or diminish the surface of a material
Transitive: to erode the surface of a material
1.1
to undergo gradual wearing away or reduction in size, typically as a result of natural forces or environmental factors
02
to gradually destroy someone's confidence, trust, or emotional well-being due to negative experiences or influences
Transitive: to erode a person's emotional well-being
2.1
(of one's confidence, trust, or emotional well-being) to gradually decline due to prolonged exposure to negative experiences or influences
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Example
Wind and rain eroded the exposed rocks on the mountaintop.
The river's strong currents eroded the riverbank over time.
The relentless waves eroded the coastal cliffs, reshaping the entire coastline.
Over time, acidic rain eroded the ancient stone statues, gradually wearing away their features.
Continuous foot traffic can erode the walking path in a natural area.
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