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Synonyms of RUSTS

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RUSTS: definition and more

12 synonyms in 7 meanings 11 playable in Scrabble US

Synonyms of RUSTS by meaning

noun

  1. a red or brown oxide coating on iron or steel caused by the action of oxygen and moisture

  2. a plant disease that produces a reddish-brown discoloration of leaves and stems; caused by various rust fungi

  3. the formation of reddish-brown ferric oxides on iron by low-temperature oxidation in the presence of water

  4. any of various fungi causing rust disease in plants

    Also: rust fungus.

verb

  1. become destroyed by water, air, or a corrosive such as an acid

  2. cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid

  3. become coated with oxide