rust
/ΙΉΚst/
B1 Β· Intermediateβ
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Simple Meaning
a red-brown substance that forms on iron or steel when it gets wet
When to Use
π¬Daily ConversationβοΈTechnical
Intermediate β can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
βThe old bike has a lot of rust on the chain.β
βIf you leave metal outside, it will start to rust.β
Learning Path
βΆFull Definition
The deteriorated state of iron or steel as a result of moisture and oxidation.
βThe rust on my bicycle chain made cycling to work very dangerous.β
Related Words
Synonyms:
corrosionoxidation
Word Family:
rustyrustedrusting