How Do You Spell CORRODE?

Pronunciation: [kəɹˈə͡ʊd] (IPA)

The word "corrode" (kə-ˈrōd) is spelled with two Rs in the middle because it derives from the Latin word "corrodere." The first syllable, "cor," is pronounced with a soft "o" and the second syllable, "rode," is pronounced with a long "o" sound. The ending "-de" is pronounced with a soft "d" sound. The word refers to the process of deteriorating or damaging a material through oxidation or chemical reaction. Proper spelling is important for clear and effective communication.

CORRODE Meaning and Definition

  1. Corrode is a verb commonly used to describe the gradual decay or deterioration of a substance, typically due to a chemical reaction or the passage of time. It refers to the process of eroding or wearing away a material, often resulting in a loss of structural integrity or functionality.

    Chemically, corrosion occurs when a metal or metal alloy comes into contact with a corrosive substance, such as oxygen, acid, or saltwater. The reaction causes the surface of the metal to oxidize and form rust, weakening its overall strength. This process can extend beyond metals to include other materials, such as concrete or organic matter, depending on the context.

    In a broader sense, corrode can also be used metaphorically to describe the gradual damaging or undermining of an idea, institution, or relationship. For example, the trust between two individuals may corrode over time if one consistently lies or breaks promises. Similarly, an outdated belief may corrode as new evidence or information emerges.

    Corrosion is often associated with negative consequences, such as structural failure, decreased efficiency, or the breakdown of systems. To prevent or mitigate corrosion, various measures can be taken, including regular maintenance, protective coatings, or the use of more resistant materials.

  2. To wear away gradually by pressure, as in case of the tissues by a tumor or aneurysm, or by chemical action, as in case of the enamel of the teeth by acid secretions.

    A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

  3. To eat away by degrees; to prey upon; to consume.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for CORRODE

Etymology of CORRODE

The word corrode originated from the Latin word corrodere, where cor- means together and rodere means to gnaw.

Similar spelling words for CORRODE

Conjugate verb Corrode

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have corroded
you would have corroded
he/she/it would have corroded
we would have corroded
they would have corroded
I would have corrode
you would have corrode
he/she/it would have corrode
we would have corrode
they would have corrode

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been corroding
you would have been corroding
he/she/it would have been corroding
we would have been corroding
they would have been corroding

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would corrode
you would corrode
he/she/it would corrode
we would corrode
they would corrode

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be corroding
you would be corroding
he/she/it would be corroding
we would be corroding
they would be corroding

FUTURE

I will corrode
you will corrode
he/she/it will corrode
we will corrode
they will corrode

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be corroding
you will be corroding
he/she/it will be corroding
we will be corroding
they will be corroding

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have corroded
you will have corroded
he/she/it will have corroded
we will have corroded
they will have corroded

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been corroding
you will have been corroding
he/she/it will have been corroding
we will have been corroding
they will have been corroding

IMPERATIVE

you corrode
we let´s corrode

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to corrode

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was corroding
you were corroding
he/she/it was corroding
we were corroding
they were corroding

PAST PARTICIPLE

corroded

PAST PERFECT

I had corroded
you had corroded
he/she/it had corroded
we had corroded
they had corroded

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been corroding
you had been corroding
he/she/it had been corroding
we had been corroding
they had been corroding

PRESENT

I corrode
you corrode
he/she/it corrodes
we corrode
they corrode

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am corroding
you are corroding
he/she/it is corroding
we are corroding
they are corroding

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

corroding

PRESENT PERFECT

I have corroded
you have corroded
he/she/it has corroded
we have corroded
they have corroded

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been corroding
you have been corroding
he/she/it has been corroding
we have been corroding
they have been corroding

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it corrode

SIMPLE PAST

I corroded
you corroded
he/she/it corroded
we corroded
they corroded

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