Erosive

Pronunciation: /ɪˈroʊsɪv/

Erosive (adj)

  1. Causing gradual damage by wearing a surface down, often because of water, wind, or friction.
  2. Able to break down or damage substances through chemical action, especially on skin or materials.
  3. Relating to processes that remove soil or rock from a place and move it elsewhere.

Erosive (adjective)

Examples

  • The wind is erosive, so the rocks slowly wear away.
  • Water can be erosive, and it gradually wears away the ground.