Erosi
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NounNoun
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 wearing away the earth's surface by natural agents such as water, wind, or ice, leading to the displacement of soil or rock materials. This phenomenon is often accelerated by the loss of vegetation that serves to hold the soil structure.
Synonyms & Variants
abrasi
Used specifically for coastal region contexts.
denudasi
Technical term in geology covering erosion and weathering.
longsor
Often considered a direct impact of extreme erosion.
pengikisan
Original Indonesian equivalent that is more descriptive.
tanah luruh
A descriptive term for soil that is eroded or falls away due to loss of vegetation.
korosi
Often misunderstood or used as an analogy for erosion on hard objects.
Usage Notes or Etymology
This word is borrowed from the English erosion, which originates from the Latin erodere. Technically, the term refers to the physical degradation of land which impacts the decline of ecosystem productivity. In the Indonesian context, this word is frequently used in environmental and geographical discourse to explain natural phenomena as well as environmental damage caused by human activities.
Real-world Usage
Penanaman pohon bakau sangat efektif untuk mencegah erosi tanah di sepanjang garis pantai.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.