Abrasi
/id/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (ID).Indonesian•1 meaning found
Noun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
The process of rock or soil erosion occurring in coastal areas caused by the “destructive” force of ocean waves and tidal currents.
erosi pantai
A more descriptive technical synonym.
pengikisan
A general term covering various types of erosion.
deflasi
Another form of erosion within the geological category.
longsor pantai
Used in non-scientific contexts by laypeople.
korosi
Often confused with abrasion in the context of material damage.
This word is borrowed from the Dutch abrasie which originates from the Latin abrasio. The term refers to the act of scraping or shaving off. In the Indonesian geological context, this term is specifically used to describe the phenomenon of shoreline retreat. Its usage is frequently linked to climate change impacts and the destruction of mangrove ecosystems in coastal regions.
Pemerintah daerah sedang membangun pemecah ombak untuk mencegah abrasi yang semakin parah.
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.
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Definition: An interrogative phrase in krama inggil Javanese register meaning “how” or “in what manner”, used to politely inquire about the condition, state, or method of something with a high degree of respect.
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