depletion
UK/dɪ'pliːʃn/US/di'pli:ʃәn/
IELTSB2
Definitions
n.
The using up or reduction of a resource to a low level.
耗尽，消耗，损耗。
Root Breakdown
Root-deriveddepletedown, away, reversal
+
-ionfill, full
=depletion
deplete + -ion (act/state) = the act or process of emptying something out. The noun form of deplete.
Common Collocations
- 1.resource depletion资源耗尽
- 2.ozone depletion臭氧层损耗
- 3.rapid depletion快速消耗
Example Sentences
- 1.
Ozone depletion remains a serious concern.
- 2.
Overfishing has led to rapid stock depletion.