weathering

noun
  1. The process by which rocks, soil, and minerals are broken down into smaller particles by the effects of atmospheric conditions such as wind, rain, and temperature changes. noun
    The weathering of the mountain rocks created a layer of soil over millions of years.
    Chemical weathering can alter the composition of minerals in rocks.
  2. The act or process of enduring or surviving adverse conditions or situations. verb
    The company showed remarkable resilience in weathering the economic downturn.
    The old house has weathered many storms over the decades.

translations

🇺🇸 English → weathering tekninen, geologia