"Coastal erosion" refers to the gradual wearing away, or loss, of land along the coast due to the natural action of waves, tides, and other processes. It is when the land along the coast slowly gets eroded or worn away over time. Full definition
Researchers have long understood that global sea level rise will affect the rate of coastal erosion. (sciencedaily.com)
All of these factors add up to increased coastal erosion. (ucsusa.org)
The island nation's future is under threat from anticipated global sea level rise, with many of its islands already suffering from coastal erosion. (edition.cnn.com)