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rusted

The old gate has rusted hinges that no longer move.

Definition

Adjective: 1. Covered with rust; having undergone oxidation to form rust: Describes a metal object that has developed a reddish-brown coating due to the chemical reaction of iron with oxygen and moisture. 2. Impaired or damaged by rust: Indicates that the object's condition or functionality has been degraded due to rust formation.

Usage

The adjective "rusted" is used to describe the state of a metal object, typically iron or steel, after it has corroded. It often implies neglect, age, or exposure to the elements. It is commonly used attributively (before a noun) or predicatively (after a linking verb like "was" or "looked").

Examples
  • Attributive use (before a noun):
    • We had to replace the rusted pipes in the old house.
    • He tried to open the rusted lock with some oil.
  • Predicative use (after a linking verb):
    • The old bicycle left in the rain was completely rusted.
    • The hinges had rusted shut and wouldn't move.
Advanced Usage
  • "Rusted through": Describes an object so corroded that holes have formed.
    • The bottom of the bucket had rusted through.
  • "Rusted shut" or "Rusted open": Describes a mechanism, like a hinge or valve, that is frozen in position due to rust.
    • The valve was rusted open, causing a constant leak.
Variants and Related Words
  • Rust (n): The reddish-brown flaky coating itself.
    • The car was covered in rust.
  • Rust (v): The process of becoming rusty.
    • Iron will rust if left exposed to water.
  • Rusty (adj): Can mean covered with rust, but also means impaired by lack of use or practice (e.g., ).
    • The rusty nail was hard to pull out.
Synonyms
  • Corroded: A more general term for deterioration, especially of metal, by chemical action.
  • Oxidized: A more scientific term for having reacted with oxygen.
Antonyms
  • Galvanized: Coated with zinc to prevent rust.
  • Stainless: Made from an alloy (like stainless steel) that resists rust.
  • Polished: Cleaned and shiny, free from corrosion.
Related Phrases/Idioms
  • "Rusted out": Often used to describe a vehicle or structure severely damaged by rust.
    • They found an old, rusted-out truck in the field.
rusted

The old gate has rusted hinges that no longer move.

Adjective
  1. having accumulated rust
    • rusted hinges

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