Definition of RUSTING

rusting

Meanings

Noun

  • the formation of reddish-brown ferric oxides on iron by low-temperature oxidation in the presence of water

Verb

  • become destroyed by water, air, or a corrosive such as an acid
  • cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid
  • become coated with oxide

Synonyms

corrode, eat, rust

Scrabble Score: 8

rusting is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
rusting is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
rusting is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 11

rusting is a valid Words With Friends word