Meaning & Definition of Corrode in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: To cause to deteriorate or wear away gradually, especially due to chemical reactions.

  Example Sentence: The constant moisture caused the iron pipes to corrode.

• Definition: To eat away at something, typically metal, causing it to weaken.

  Example Sentence: Saltwater can corrode metal faster than freshwater.

• Definition: To undermine or destroy strength or confidence in a gradual manner.

  Example Sentence: The constant criticism began to corrode her self-esteem.

Etymology

Origin: Late Middle English: from Latin 'corrodere', from 'cor-' (a variant of 'com-') + 'rodere' meaning 'to gnaw'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• corrode away: to gradually wear down or diminish over time.
• corrode the trust: to damage or undermine trust gradually.

Translations

• Spanish: corroer

• French: corroder

• German: korrodieren

• Russian: корродировать

Related Words

• corrosion: the process of corroding a metal, or the state of being corroded.

• corrosive: having the tendency to corrode or destroy organic tissue or severe corrosion.

Slang Meanings of corrode

• Meaning: to mess something up gradually

  Example Sentence: That constant argument is just corroding their friendship.

• Meaning: to weaken someone’s resolve or confidence over time

  Example Sentence: Don't let that negativity corrode your enthusiasm!