지속적인 공격이나 압박을 통해 상대의 강점이나 유효성을 점진적으로 약화시키는 과정.
The process of gradually reducing the strength or effectiveness of someone or something through sustained attack or pressure.
예문:
"The battle of nerves became a war of attrition where neither side would back down."
"The long-term sanctions were designed to achieve the attrition of the regime's resources."
"The coach's strategy was one of attrition, waiting for the opponent to tire out."
해고가 아닌 퇴직이나 은퇴 등의 자연적인 사유로 인원을 보충하지 않고 직원을 줄여 나가는 것.
The gradual reduction of a workforce by employees leaving and not being replaced rather than by being laid off.
예문:
"The company decided to manage its budget deficit through natural attrition rather than layoffs."
"High attrition among junior consultants is a major concern for the firm."
마찰이나 문지름에 의해 물체의 표면이 깎이거나 닳아 없어지는 현상.
The process of wearing away or grinding something down by friction or rubbing.
예문:
"The attrition of the shoreline is caused by the constant movement of waves and sand."
"Engineers must account for the attrition of metal parts in high-speed machinery."
형벌에 대한 두려움 때문에 죄를 뉘우치는 불완전한 통회.
In scholastic theology, sorrow for sin motivated by fear of punishment rather than love for God.
예문:
"Theologians distinguish between contrition and attrition in the context of penance."
"His sense of attrition was driven by the fear of divine judgment."