Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rust-bucket
noun
/ˈrʌst ˈbʌkɪt/
Definition
A dilapidated or worn-out vehicle or vessel, especially one that is prone to decay due to rust.
Examples
- The old car in the driveway is just a rust-bucket; it hasn’t run in years.
- Don’t buy that rust-bucket of a boat; it’s not safe to take out on the water.
- After years of wear and tear, his truck had become nothing more than a rust-bucket.
Meaning
The term typically describes an automobile or boat that is old, in poor condition, and often not functioning properly due to age and neglect.
Synonyms
- clunker
- jalopy
- bucket
- wreck
- piece of junk
