Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rusted

Adjective

ˈrʌs.tɪd

Definition

Covered with rust; oxidized iron or steel.

Examples

The old bicycle was completely rusted after being left outside for years.
She noticed the rusted parts of the machinery and suggested it needed maintenance.
The rusted tools were no longer useful for the job.

Meaning

The term ‘rusted’ refers to the state of metal that has corroded or deteriorated due to exposure to moisture and oxygen, resulting in a reddish-brown flaky coating.