corrode | Amarkosh

Meaning of word corrode from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

Meaning : Cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid.

Example : The acid corroded the metal.
The steady dripping of water rusted the metal stopper in the sink.

Synonyms : eat, rust

Meaning : Become destroyed by water, air, or a corrosive such as an acid.

Example : The metal corroded.
The pipes rusted.

Synonyms : rust