corrosion

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A noun referring to the gradual destruction or deterioration of a material, especially metal, caused by chemical reaction with its environment, such as oxidation or rusting.

غير معدود

1. Chemical deteriorationB2formalscientific

   The gradual destruction or wearing away of materials, especially metals, by chemical reaction with their environment.

   تآكل كيميائي

   • The bridge suffered severe corrosion due to saltwater exposure.
   • Rust is a common form of corrosion in iron and steel.
   • Engineers apply protective coatings to prevent corrosion on pipelines.

   المرادفاتdecaydeteriorationdisintegrationerosionoxidationrust

2. Degradation processB2formaltechnical

   The process of being gradually worn away or broken down by natural or chemical agents.

   عملية التآكل

   • Corrosion of the metal pipes caused water leakage.
   • The car's body showed signs of corrosion after years of winter driving.
   • Regular maintenance can slow down the corrosion of industrial equipment.

   المرادفاتdecaydecompositiondegradationdeteriorationdisintegrationerosionoxidationwear

   الأضدادfortificationpreservationprotectionreinforcement