This is the 13821st most frequent German word.
erodieren
To erode or wear away.
In this instance, "erodieren" specifies the physical degradation or wear of the building's structure.
Die Fundamente des alten Gebäudes beginnen zu erodieren.
The foundations of the old building are beginning to erode.
In this sentence, "erodieren" refers to the physical erosion of soil caused by natural elements like wind and rain.
Der Wind und Regen erodieren den Boden über Jahre.
The wind and rain erode the soil over years.
Here, "erodieren" is used metaphorically to describe the gradual loss or weakening of trust.