erosion
nounfemininetécnico/iɾuˈzɐ̃w̃/medium
e·ro·são
Definition
The process of eroding or being eroded by wind, water, or other natural agents.
Heavy rains caused severe soil erosion on the hillside.
Coastal erosion is a major problem for many seaside towns.
Common collocations
soil erosioncoastal erosionwind erosionerosion control
Etymology
Do latim 'erosio, erosionis', de 'erodere' (roer, desgastar).