금속이나 암석 등이 화학 작용으로 인해 점차 소모되거나 부식되는 현상
the gradual destruction of materials, usually metals, by chemical or electrochemical reaction with their environment
예문:
"The saltwater environment significantly accelerated the corrosion of the ship's hull."
"Scientists are developing new alloys that offer superior resistance to atmospheric corrosion."
부식 작용으로 인해 생긴 손상이나 녹 등의 물질
damage or a substance, such as rust, produced by the process of corroding
예문:
"The inspector noted extensive corrosion on the steel supports of the bridge."
"Regular maintenance is required to remove surface corrosion before it compromises the structure."
기력, 힘, 도덕성 등이 서서히 약해지거나 소모되는 것
the gradual impairment or wearing away of something abstract, such as power, morals, or trust
예문:
"The constant scandals led to a slow corrosion of public trust in the government."
"He witnessed the corrosion of his own confidence after several failed attempts."