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Rust
01
a red or brown oxide coating on iron or steel caused by the action of oxygen and moisture
02
any of various fungi causing rust disease in plants
03
the formation of reddish-brown ferric oxides on iron by low-temperature oxidation in the presence of water
04
a plant disease that produces a reddish-brown discoloration of leaves and stems; caused by various rust fungi
to rust
01
to develop a reddish-brown coating, usually on metal, due to exposure to air and water over time
Intransitive
02
to cause a metal or material containing iron to oxidize
Transitive: to rust a metal object
rust
01
having a reddish-brown color, reminiscent of the oxidized iron tones found on rusted metal surfaces
rust
n
rustless
adj
rustless
adj
rusty
adj
rusty
adj
Example
Zinc-coated steel prevents rust, ensuring durability against outdoor weather.
Rust spots on the fenders needed bodywork.
He abraded the rust from the metal with coarse sandpaper.
The neglected car had fallen to pieces, with rust eating away at its body and engine failure.
The antique lantern had a weathered exterior in a beautiful rust shade.
