n.
- a reddish- or yellowish-brown flaking coating of iron oxide that is formed on iron or steel by oxidation, especially in the presence of moisture.
- a fungal disease of plants which results in reddish or brownish patches.
- a reddish-brown colour.
v.
be affected with rust.
Derivative
Etymology
OE rūst, of Gmc origin; rel. to red.