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roest
a red or brown oxide coating on iron or steel caused by the action of oxygen and moisture
02
roest
any of various fungi causing rust disease in plants
03
roest
the formation of reddish-brown ferric oxides on iron by low-temperature oxidation in the presence of water
04
roest
a plant disease that produces a reddish-brown discoloration of leaves and stems; caused by various rust fungi
to rust
01
roesten, oxideren
to develop a reddish-brown coating, usually on metal, due to exposure to air and water over time
Intransitive
Example
The metal bridge was rusting steadily in the harsh weather conditions.
Without proper care, the metal tools will rust in the damp shed.
The abandoned car has rusted extensively since it was left outside.
02
roesten, oxideren
to cause a metal or material containing iron to oxidize
Transitive: to rust a metal object
Example
The acidic rainwater from nearby industrial emissions rusted the metal roofing panels.
The humid climate and lack of maintenance rusted the iron railings on the bridge.
The rain and humidity rusted the metal fence, causing it to develop a reddish-brown coating.
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roestkleurig
having a reddish-brown color, reminiscent of the oxidized iron tones found on rusted metal surfaces
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