adj
corroded
Corroded (adj) means Worn away or damaged by a gradual chemical process, such as rust. Example: “The old pipes were badly corroded and needed replacing.”
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Worn away or damaged by a gradual chemical process, such as rust.
"The old pipes were badly corroded and needed replacing."
How to use corroded
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEaten away by rust or a similar chemical process over time.
Common pairings
corroded pipes
corroded metal
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- Comparative
- more corroded
- Superlative
- most corroded
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What does “corroded” mean?
The word “corroded” means worn away or damaged by a gradual chemical process, such as rust. In plain terms, eaten away by rust or a similar chemical process over time.
How do you use “corroded” in a sentence?
Here is “corroded” used in a sentence: “The old pipes were badly corroded and needed replacing.”
What part of speech is “corroded”?
“Corroded” is an adjective.
What is the meaning of corroded?
"corroded" (adj) means worn away or damaged by a gradual chemical process, such as rust.
