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Word: Rust
Speech Type: Noun
Old English rūst, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch roest, German Rost, also to red
rʌst
a reddish- or yellowish-brown flaking coating of iron oxide that is formed on iron or steel by oxidation, especially in the presence of moisture
Short Definition:reddish- or yellowish-brown flaking coating of iron oxide that is formed on iron or steel by oxidation
Examples:- paint protects your car from rust
- the MPs are here to scrape the rust off the derelict machinery of government
a fungal disease of plants which results in reddish or brownish patches.
Short Definition:fungal disease of plants which results in reddish or brownish patches
a reddish-brown colour
Short Definition:reddish-brown colour
Examples:- her rust-coloured coat
Word: Rust
Speech Type: Verb
rʌst
be affected with rust
Short Definition:be affected with rust
Examples:- the blades had rusted away
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