1. gradually destroying or wearing away by chemical action
Usage: present participle of corrode

1. causing gradual destruction or deterioration

Examples

• The salt water is corroding the metal pipes.
• Acid rain has been corroding the statue for decades.
• The corroding battery leaked chemicals onto the floor.
• Years of neglect left the car’s frame corroding in the garage.
• The corroding influence of corruption spread through the organization.
• Rust is slowly corroding the old bridge supports.