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subsidence

 

[ səbˈsaɪdəns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

geological

The gradual caving in or sinking of an area of land.

Synonyms

sagging, settling, sinking

Examples of usage

  • The subsidence of the ground caused by underground mining can lead to sinkholes.
  • Heavy rainfall can contribute to subsidence in areas with clay soil.
  • The subsidence of coastal areas due to rising sea levels is a major concern for many regions.
  • The government is monitoring the subsidence of the building to ensure safety.
  • Subsidence can result from the extraction of groundwater in certain regions.

Translations

Translations of the word "subsidence" in other languages:

🇵🇹 afundamento

🇮🇳 धँसना

🇩🇪 Absinken

🇮🇩 penurunan tanah

🇺🇦 просідання

🇵🇱 osiadanie

🇯🇵 沈下 (chinka)

🇫🇷 affaissement

🇪🇸 hundimiento

🇹🇷 çökme

🇰🇷 침하 (chimha)

🇸🇦 هبوط

🇨🇿 pokles

🇸🇰 pokles

🇨🇳 下沉 (xiàchén)

🇸🇮 posedanje

🇮🇸 niðurrif

🇰🇿 шөгу

🇬🇪 ჩაძირვა

🇦🇿 çökmə

🇲🇽 hundimiento

Etymology

The word 'subsidence' originates from the Latin word 'subsidentia,' which means a sinking down. The term has been used in geology and construction to describe the gradual sinking or caving in of land. Subsidence can occur naturally, such as through erosion, or be induced by human activities like mining or groundwater extraction. Understanding and monitoring subsidence is crucial for assessing risks to infrastructure and the environment.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,990, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.