corrasion

[ kuh-rey-zhuhn ]

noun

1. the mechanical erosion of soil and rock by the abrasive action of particles set in motion by running water, wind, glacial ice, and gravity.

corrasion

/ kəˈreɪsɪv; kəˈreɪʒən /

noun

1. erosion of a rock surface by rock fragments transported over it by water, wind, or ice Compare abrasion attrition

Derived Forms

• corrasive, adjective

Other Words From

• cor·ra·sive [k, uh, -, rey, -siv], adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of corrasion¹

1605–15; < Latin corrās ( us ) scraped together (past participle of corrādere ) + -ion. See corrade

Example Sentences

Weathering prepares the material for transportation and transportation leads to corrasion.

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Nowhere else on the face of the globe is one so vividly impressed by the vastness of the work of corrasion as in the northwestern part of Arizona.

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These broad canyons, or canyon valleys, are carved by the streams in obedience to an interesting law of corrasion.

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Where rocks take a polish, as in Marble Canyon, the scouring and polishing work of corrasion is seen in the shining bright surface as far as the water rises.

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Weathering, wash, and lateral corrasion of the stream continue to widen the valley after it has reached baselevel.

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