erosive Definition
ero·sive (ē rō′siv, i-)
adjective
causing erosion; eroding
erosive Usage Examples
Modifies a noun
- oesophagitis: With erosive oesophagitis there are organic changes, such as erosion of the lining of the esophagus or even ulceration.
- wear: Changes in probe depth reveal surface damage ( erosive wear ).
- force: This plus its abundant rainfall leading to strong erosive forces in upstream regions.
- power: The erosive power of this water cut the cliff.
- effect: A concern would be if exchange rates continue to have an erosive effect on the funds available.
- action: Then corrosive and erosive action of dripping water takes place and the wall troughs develop downwards - the shaft develops progressively now.

