degradation

Word parts

degrade + -ation

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˌdɛɡrəˈdeɪʃən/

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Noun

Singular degradation

Plural degradations

1. (countable & uncountable) Degradation is the condition or process of degrading or being degraded.
2. (countable & uncountable) (geology) Degradation is the gradual wearing down of rocks by the action of water.