RUST

Definition of RUST

  1. (noun)a red or brown oxide coating on iron or steel caused by the action of oxygen and moisture
  2. (noun)a plant disease that produces a reddish-brown discoloration of leaves and stems; caused by various rust fungi
  3. (noun)the formation of reddish-brown ferric oxides on iron by low-temperature oxidation in the presence of water
  4. (noun)any of various fungi causing rust disease in plants
  5. (noun)A strong reddish brown color.
  6. (adj)of the brown color of rust
  7. (verb)become destroyed by water, air, or a corrosive such as an acid
  8. (verb)cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid
  9. (verb)become coated with oxide