1. gradually wearing away or being worn away by natural forces such as water, wind, or ice
Usage: present participle of erode
2. gradually weakening or destroying something over time
Usage: figurative use

Examples

• The coastline is eroding due to rising sea levels.
• Heavy rains are eroding the hillside behind our house.
• Years of criticism were eroding her confidence.
• The scandal is eroding public trust in the government.
• Wind and water have been eroding these rock formations for centuries.
• Poor management decisions are eroding the company’s profits.
• The constant arguments were eroding their friendship.