corrosion
Translation
corrosion, rust, decay
Examples
The metal showed signs of corrosion.
The metal showed signs of corrosion.
We need to protect the pipes from corrosion.
We need to protect the pipes from corrosion.
Grammar Patterns
corrosion of (sth.) The corrosion of the steel was severe.
protection from corrosion We need to protect the pipes from corrosion.
Similar Words
Synonyms: decay, erosion, rust; Antonyms: preservation, protection
Etymology
From Latin 'corrosionem', a noun of action from the verb 'corrodere' (to corrode).
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of 'corrode'. The '-sion' suffix often indicates a process or result.