corrasion

[kuh-rey-zhuhn]

cor·ra·sion

[kuh-rey-zhuhn]
noun
the mechanical erosion of soil and rock by the abrasive action of particles set in motion by running water, wind, glacial ice, and gravity.

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

cor·ra·sive [kuh-rey-siv] , adjective
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Corrasion is always a great word to know.
So is slumgullion. Does it mean:
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
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corrasion (kəˈreɪʒən)
 
n
abrasion Compare attrition erosion of a rock surface by rock fragments transported over it by water, wind, or ice
 
corrasive
 
adj

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