corrode | ||
1. | [ verb ] cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid | |
Synonyms: | eat rust | |
Examples: | "The acid corroded the metal" "The steady dripping of water rusted the metal stopper in the sink" |
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Related terms: | damage rust corrosion | |
2. | [ verb ] become destroyed by water, air, or an etching chemical such as an acid | |
Synonyms: | rust | |
Examples: | "The metal corroded" "The pipes rusted" |
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Related terms: | decay fret corrosion corrosion | |
Similar spelling: |
Cordie cord corrade Cordy Coard coreid Cordia corday corrida Corrado Coretta Cort Coreidae core_out court corot |