Definitions
n. A reddish-brown substance that forms on iron exposed to moisture.
铁锈
v. To develop rust or cause metal to develop rust.
生锈；使生锈
Example
Orange rust covered the chain of my old bicycle.
我那辆旧自行车的链条上布满了橙色铁锈。
Regular maintenance prevents steel bridges from rusting and reduces the long-term cost of infrastructure repairs.
定期养护可防止钢桥生锈，并降低基础设施维修的长期成本。
Collocations
- remove rust
- prevent rust
- rust away
Word family
- rusty (adj.)
- rustproof (adj.)
Usage tip
技能生疏常用rusty：My French is rusty。
FAQ
- What does rust mean?
- A reddish-brown substance that forms on iron exposed to moisture. To develop rust or cause metal to develop rust.
- How is rust pronounced?
- UK /rʌst/, US /rʌst/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
