Definitions

1. verb

to cut or wear away by abrasion, as by the action of wind or water

“The constant wind acerated the stone surface, leaving it smooth.”

2. verb

to abrade or wear away the surface of something, typically by rubbing or friction

“The rough sand acerated the skin on her hands.”

3. verb

to remove or wear away the surface of something by friction or abrasion

“The rock acerated the surrounding soil.”

4. verb

to cut or wear away the surface of something by a gradual process

“The acid acerated the metal surface.”