corrode

Meanings

• verb

  To cause (metal or other material) to deteriorate by the action of water, air, or chemicals, especially slowly and steadily.

• verb

  To destroy the integrity or quality of something, especially slowly and steadily.

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Synonyms

canker , gnaw , rust , waste , wear

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with corrode
erode , decode , modulate

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Variants

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corrode , corroded , corrodes , corrodible , corroding

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Forms

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corroded, corroding, corrodes

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Etymology

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From Old French corroder, from corrodere, from corrode 'gall' + -are, from Latin corrosus 'galled, gnawed, eaten away'.

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Trivia

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1. Corrosion is estimated to cost the global economy over $2.5 trillion annually.

2. The Great Wall of China is believed to be corroding at a rate of about 10 meters per year.

3. The Statue of Liberty is constantly being repaired due to corrosion caused by the saltwater environment.

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Related Concepts

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1. rust: A common form of corrosion that occurs when iron or steel reacts with oxygen and water.

2. oxidation: A chemical process that occurs when a material reacts with oxygen, leading to the formation of oxides and the degradation of the original material.

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Culture

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In literature, 'corrode' is often used metaphorically to describe the deterioration of relationships, morals, or ideals. In art, it can refer to the intentional decay or oxidation of materials to create visual effects.

How to Memorize "corrode"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a metal statue slowly deteriorating and turning into rust over time.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'corrode' with the image of a rusty old car.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Corrode: Coats Rust Over Decades' to help remember the meaning.

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