deterioration
The loss of the original condition of a cultural artifact over time due to natural elements or human activity; used more often in reference to buildings and structures than to objects. See also degradation, weathering. (Bucher, 1996)
The loss of the original condition of a cultural artifact over time due to natural elements or human activity; used more often in reference to buildings and structures than to objects. See also degradation, weathering. (Bucher, 1996)