Materials Deterioration Glossary

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verb to destroy or deteriorate by chemical action, as rust or decomposition

  • Over time, the metal will corrode due to exposure to harsh chemicals.
  • If you leave that bike outside in the rain, it's going to corrode pretty quickly.
  • Don't worry about that old car, it's so rusted it can't corrode any further.
  • His negative attitude began to corrode the team's morale.