corrosion
pronunciation
How to pronounce corrosion in British English:
UK [kə'rəʊʒn]
How to pronounce corrosion in American English:
US [kəˈroʒən]
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- Noun:
- a state of deterioration in metals caused by oxidation or chemical action
- erosion by chemical action
Word Origin
- corrosion (n.)
- c. 1400, from Middle French corrosion or directly from Latin corrosionem (nominative corrosio), noun of action from past participle stem of corrodere (see corrode).
Example
- 1. The batteries also resist corrosion , he said .
- 2. Airplanes have long been designed with seals , drain paths and special moisture-controlling finishes to prevent corrosion from the occasional cockpit spill .
- 3. They believe the ceramic valve produced in dsmaterial will sell well because of its high wear resistance , wear resistance , heat resistance , corrosion resistance , high tightness and long lifetime .
- 4. Chrome accessories favors against rust and corrosion .
- 5. As the unit is surrounded by water , corrosion and maintenance are important issues to consider .