weathering
Translation
weathering, erosion
Examples
Weathering breaks down rocks over time.
Weathering breaks down rocks over time.
You can see the effects of weathering on the old statue.
You can see the effects of weathering on the old statue.
Grammar Patterns
(noun) the process of being worn away by long exposure to the atmosphere Weathering is a natural process.
Similar Words
Synonyms: erosion, decomposition
Etymology
From the verb 'to weather', meaning to be exposed to the weather.
Memory Tips
Imagine the 'weather' acting on something, like a rock, and changing it over time. That's 'weathering'.