Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
eat away
phrasal verb
/iːt əˈweɪ/
Definition
To gradually wear away or diminish something, often referring to something being consumed or eroded over time.
Examples
- Over time, the constant exposure to moisture can eat away at the wooden structure of the house.
- His confidence was eaten away by constant criticism.
Meaning
The phrase ‘eat away’ refers to a process where something is gradually reduced or destroyed, typically by a natural force or action.
Synonyms
- erode
- corrode
- wear down
- diminish
