weathering (noun)
Weathering is the natural process where rocks, wood, or other materials are broken down or changed by the weather. This usually happens slowly over many years because of rain, wind, ice, or heat.
"The old stone wall shows a lot of weathering from the rain."
Think of 'Weather' + 'ing'. The 'Weather' is 'ing' (acting) on the rock to break it down.
The weathering of the mountain moved the rocks to the sea. → The erosion of the mountain moved the rocks to the sea.
The weathering today is very rainy. → The weather today is very rainy.
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