Corrode

usgb/kəˈrəʊd/
verb

To slowly damage or destroy something over a period of time.

The iron fence has corroded over the years due to lack of maintenance
Visual representation of "corrode" - To slowly damage or destroy something over a period of time

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  • corrode over time
  • corrode metal
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Not Instant

Corrode suggests a slow process, not something that happens quickly.

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The old bridge corroded over decades of exposure.
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Physical Change

Use 'corrode' to describe the physical damage of materials, usually by chemicals or weather.

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Acid rain can corrode building surfaces.
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Visible Effects

Corrosion often results in noticeable changes like rust or color fading.

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The pipes corroded and turned a greenish color.
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