erode
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/ɪˈrəʊd/
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/ɪˈrəʊd/
to slowly wear away the surface of something by wind, water, or other natural forces
Water can erode the soil and create deep gullies over many years.
水は土壌を侵食し、何年もかけて深い溝を作ることができる。
to slowly reduce or weaken something over time
Constant criticism can erode a person's self-esteem and make them doubt their abilities.
絶え間ない批判は人の自尊心を徐々に弱め、自分の能力を疑わせることがある。