Pronunciation: /əˈkriʃən ˈθɪnɪŋ/
noun the process of thinning or weakening due to the addition of material through accretion
A1 Accretion thinning is a process where something gets thinner over time.
A2 The scientist explained the concept of accretion thinning in simple terms.
B1 The geological formation showed signs of accretion thinning due to erosion.
B2 The engineer proposed a solution to prevent further accretion thinning of the bridge structure.
C1 The research paper delved into the complexities of accretion thinning in marine environments.
C2 The expert in geology provided a detailed analysis of accretion thinning processes in tectonic plates.
formal The process of accretion thinning occurs when new material is added to a surface while simultaneously reducing its thickness.
informal Accretion thinning is like when you keep piling stuff on a table but it starts to get thinner and thinner.
slang Adding stuff but making it thinner at the same time is what accretion thinning is all about.
figurative Just like how layers of paint can thin out as you keep adding more, accretion thinning refers to the gradual reduction in thickness while adding material.
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