Corrode Meaning in English

word

US

kɝˈoʊd

ker-OHD

UK

kəɹˈəʊd

kuh-ROHD

Definition

To slowly destroy or damage something, especially metal, by a chemical process like rust or acid. Figuratively, it can also mean gradually weakening or harming something.

Usage & Nuances

Most often used in technical, scientific, or formal contexts. Common collocation: 'corrode metal,' 'corrode over time.' Can be used figuratively (e.g., 'corrode trust'). Not typically used for living things.

• Spanish: corroer
• Portuguese (BR): corroer
• Portuguese (PT): corroer
• Chinese (Simplified): 腐蚀
• Chinese (Traditional): 腐蝕
• Hindi: क्षीण करना
• Arabic: يتآكل
• Bengali: ক্ষয় করা - জর্দা (রাসায়নিক)
• Russian: корродировать - разъедать
• Japanese: 腐食する
• Vietnamese: ăn mòn
• Korean: 부식시키다
• Turkish: aşındırmak - paslandırmak
• Urdu: کھا جانا - زنگ لگانا
• Indonesian: mengikis - merusak (secara kimiawi)

Example Sentences

Water can corrode iron if left for a long time.

basic

Acid can quickly corrode metal surfaces.

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Salt air can corrode boats over time.

basic

Negativity can corrode your confidence if you let it.

natural

You have to paint the pipes, or they'll eventually corrode.

natural

Old batteries tend to corrode and leak if left unused.

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