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The correct spelling is rusted.

How to pronounce rusted

verb

Say it like: Rus-ted

The correct spelling is rusted. To oxidize, especially of iron or steel. For example: "The patio furniture had rusted in the wind-driven spray."

Usage Examples

The patio furniture had rusted in the wind-driven spray.

The wind-driven spray had thoroughly rusted the patio furniture.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To oxidize, especially of iron or steel.
  2. 2.To cause to oxidize.
  3. 3.To be affected with the parasitic fungus called rust.
  4. 4.To (cause to) degenerate in idleness; to make or become dull or impaired by inaction.

adjective

  1. 1.Corroded; having been oxidized or covered in rust.

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