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at·tri·tion

attrition

pronunciation:: trI shn
features:: Word Parts

part of speech:	noun
definition 1:	a gradual wearing down or erosion as a result of friction. similar words: abrasion
definition 2:	a gradual erosion of strength or morale. They were now fighting a war of attrition.
definition 3:	the gradual decrease in the membership of a group as a result of not replacing those who leave. Due to attrition, the church congregation had dwindled to only one hundred members.
related words:	decrease, loss, wear
derivation:	attritional (adj.)

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