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Rusting: meaning, definitions and examples

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rusting

 

[ หˆrสŒstษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

metal

The process of rust forming on metal objects due to the chemical reaction of iron and oxygen in the presence of water or moisture. Rusting is a common issue with iron and steel objects, leading to degradation and weakening of the material.

Synonyms

corrosion, deterioration, oxidation

Examples of usage

  • The rusting of the old bridge caused concerns about its structural integrity.
  • Preventing rusting is important to prolong the lifespan of metal tools and equipment.
Context #2 | Noun

society

The decline or decay of a society, organization, or system, often due to neglect, lack of maintenance, or external factors. Rusting in the context of society can refer to the loss of vitality, productivity, or relevance.

Synonyms

decay, decline, deterioration

Examples of usage

  • The rusting of traditional industries in the face of technological advancements.
  • Political corruption can lead to the rusting of democratic institutions.

Translations

Translations of the word "rusting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ferrugem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเค‚เค— เคฒเค—เคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Rostbildung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ karat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั–ั€ะถะฐะฒั–ะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ rdzewienie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้Œ†ใณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rouille

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ oxidaciรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท paslanma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋…น

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุตุฏุฃ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rezivฤ›nรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hrdzavenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็”Ÿ้”ˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ rjavenje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ ryรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะพั‚ ะฑะฐััƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒŸแƒแƒœแƒ’แƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ paslanma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ oxidaciรณn

Etymology

The word 'rusting' originated from the Old English word 'rusta' which meant 'redness, rust'. The concept of rusting has been known since ancient times, with early civilizations observing the destructive effects of rust on metal objects. The chemical process of rusting was not fully understood until modern chemistry, which revealed the role of oxygen and water in the corrosion of iron. Rusting serves as a reminder of the constant battle against the natural forces of decay and deterioration.

See also: rust, rusted, rustic, rustle, rusty.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,754, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.