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Detrition (Noun)

The wearing down of rock particles by friction due to water or wind or ice.

Nouns denoting natural phenomena.

Erosion by friction.

Nouns denoting natural processes.

The constant flow of the river caused detrition of the surrounding rocks over time.
Detrition played a significant role in shaping the unique landscape of the Grand Canyon.
The abrasive nature of the sand caused detrition of the metal surface, leading to its eventual wear.
The detrition of the cliff face was accelerated by the strong winds and rough seas.
Years of detrition had smoothed out the rough edges of the ancient stone statue.

Effort expended in moving one object over another with pressure.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The detrition of the sandpaper on the wooden surface was causing it to wear down quickly.
Detrition played a significant role in the wear and tear of the car's brake pads over time.
The high detrition between the two metal parts resulted in excessive heat generation and damage.
Engineers designed the new material to minimize detrition and reduce friction between moving parts.
The detrition of the drill bit on the rock surface made it difficult to drill through efficiently.