Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Rust.
How to pronounce rust:
US
Rust - as a noun
A red or brown oxide coating on iron or steel caused by the action of oxygen and moisture
A plant disease that produces a reddish-brown discoloration of leaves and stems; caused by various rust fungi
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
plant diseaseHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The formation of reddish-brown ferric oxides on iron by low-temperature oxidation in the presence of water
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rusting8Any of various fungi causing rust disease in plants
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rust fungusHypernyms (Closely Related)
fungus10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A strong reddish brown color.
Rust - as an adjective satellite
Rust - as a verb
Become destroyed by water, air, or a corrosive such as an acid
Example: "The metal corroded"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
corrode10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
crumble13decay11dilapidate14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid
Example: "The acid corroded the metal"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
corrode10eat3Become coated with oxide
Example Sentences
"The old bicycle has a lot of rust on its handlebars."
"The abandoned car was covered in rust."
"There was a patch of rust on the side of the metal barrel."
"The vintage train had a charming layer of rust on its exterior."
"The shipwreck lay at the bottom of the ocean, covered in rust."
Word Game Points
Is RUST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, rust is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RUST has a SCRABBLE points total of 4.
Is RUST a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, rust is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRUST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 5.
Is RUST a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, rust is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRUST has a WORDFEUD points total of 5.
