Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rusty
adjective
/ˈrʌsti/
Definition
Covered with rust or having a dull, brownish color due to oxidation.
Examples
- The rusty bike sat in the yard, unused for years.
- After a long break, his guitar skills felt a bit rusty.
- She wore a rusty-looking dress that had seen better days.
Meaning
If something is described as rusty, it usually refers to iron or steel that has corroded and developed a reddish-brown coating. Metaphorically, it can also refer to skills or knowledge that have deteriorated from lack of practice or use.
Synonyms
- oxidized
- corroded
- dilapidated
- barren
