Associations to the word «Corrosion»

Wiktionary

CORROSION, noun. The act of corroding or the condition so produced.
CORROSION, noun. A substance (such as rust) so formed.
CORROSION, noun. (chemistry) Erosion by chemical action, especially oxidation.
CORROSION, noun. (by extension) The gradual destruction or undermining of something.

Dictionary definition

CORROSION, noun. A state of deterioration in metals caused by oxidation or chemical action.
CORROSION, noun. Erosion by chemical action.

Wise words

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