Definition of Erode

to destroy something at a leisurely pace

Examples of Erode in a sentence

People predicted the Internet would erode the future of newspapers, and for the most part, they were correct.  🔊

Over time trivial lawsuits will erode the significance of the justice system.  🔊

Your abusive words have begun to erode our relationship.  🔊

With the new eatery in town, our business is going to erode if we don’t offer competitive deals.  🔊

When the heavy rains cause the soil to erode, the farmers become distressed.  🔊

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