English dictionary

corrosion

/k/@/'r/oU//Z//@/n/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a state of deterioration in metals caused by oxidation or chemical action

noun.state

Source: WordNet 3.0
erosion by chemical action

noun.process

Synonyms corroding erosion

Source: WordNet 3.0
The action or effect of corrosive agents, or the process of corrosive change; as, the rusting of iron is a variety of <i>corrosion</i>.

noun

Source: webster1913