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Rarerusting
The correct spelling is rusting.
How to pronounce rusting
verb
Say it like: Rus-tin-g
The correct spelling is rusting. 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.To oxidize, especially of iron or steel.
- 2.To cause to oxidize.
- 3.To be affected with the parasitic fungus called rust.
- 4.To (cause to) degenerate in idleness; to make or become dull or impaired by inaction.
noun
- 1.The development of rust on a surface.
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