CEFR B1

wearing away

verb phrase

Meaning

The gradual process of eroding, thinning, or destroying a surface through friction, weather, or constant use.

Examples

The constant friction of the river current is wearing away the riverbed.
Years of heavy traffic are wearing away the asphalt on this main road.

Synonyms: eroding, abrading, corroding, attrition

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wearing away (B1)

verb phrase

Pronunciation: /ˈwɛərɪŋ əˈweɪ/

Definition

The gradual process of eroding, thinning, or destroying a surface through friction, weather, or constant use.

Examples

The constant friction of the river current is wearing away the riverbed.
Years of heavy traffic are wearing away the asphalt on this main road.
The relentless wind is wearing away the inscription on the old gravestone.

Synonyms of wearing away

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