Erosion

usgb/ɪˈrəʊʒn/
noun

The process of wearing or washing away soils, rocks, or lands over a period of time mainly due to natural forces like water, wind or ice.

The erosion of the coastline has become a serious issue for the local authorities.
Visual representation of "erosion" - The process of wearing or washing away soils, rocks, or lands over a period of time mainly due to natural forces like water, wind or ice.

Often appears as...

  • soil erosion
  • coastal erosion

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Natural Causes

Erosion in this context is always caused by natural forces, not human activities.

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Years of river flow resulted in the erosion of its banks.
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Gradual Change

Erosion refers to a slow process; it doesn't happen overnight.

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Rain erosion shapes the mountain's structure over millennia.
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Negative Impact

Erosion often implies harmful effects on the environment.

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Soil erosion can destroy habitats and alter landscapes.
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