corrosion
US /kəˈroʊ.ʒən/
UK /kəˈroʊ.ʒən/
1.
腐蝕, 鏽蝕
the process of gradually destroying metal, or other materials, by chemical action
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The bridge showed signs of severe corrosion due to saltwater exposure.
由於暴露在鹽水中，這座橋樑出現了嚴重的腐蝕跡象。
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Regular maintenance can prevent corrosion in pipelines.
定期維護可以防止管道腐蝕。
2.
腐蝕, 侵蝕
the process of causing damage to something gradually
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The constant criticism led to the corrosion of his self-confidence.
持續的批評導致他自信心的腐蝕。
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The scandal caused a rapid corrosion of public trust in the government.
這場醜聞導致公眾對政府的信任迅速腐蝕。