iron-rust

  • 61iron oxide — noun The compound obtained by the reaction of oxygen on iron. Either iron(II) oxide (old term ferrous oxide, chemical formula FeO) or iron(III) oxide (old term ferric oxide, chemical formula FeO). Generally known as rust when hydrated. Syn: E172 …

    Wiktionary

  • 62rust — I. n. 1. Hydrated peroxide of iron. 2. Mildew, blight, must, mustiness, mould. II. v. n. 1. Gather rust, become rusty, be oxidized. 2. Decay, degenerate, grow dull, become sluggish …

    New dictionary of synonyms

  • 63rust converter — A chemical substance containing phosphoric acid etc. which transforms rust into a stable, firmly adhering iron compound by means of a chemical reaction …

    Dictionary of automotive terms

  • 64rust inhibitor — A substance which reduces or prevents the formation of rust on iron and ferrous metals …

    Dictionary of automotive terms

  • 65rust protection — Reducing the possibility of rust forming on iron and steel by coating with protective materials or by rendering them passive …

    Dictionary of automotive terms

  • 66rust — 1. noun /rʌst/ a) The deteriorated state of iron or steel as a result of moisture and oxidation. b) (colour) A reddish brown color. 2. verb /rʌst/ …

    Wiktionary

  • 67rust — rÊŒst n. flaky orange coating which forms on metal due to the oxidation of iron; fungal disease of plants characterized by reddish or brown spots on the leaves and stem (Botany) v. become corroded due to the oxidation of iron, become rusty …

    English contemporary dictionary

  • 68iron mold — noun a spot caused the staining with rust or ink • Syn: ↑iron mould • Hypernyms: ↑stain, ↑discoloration, ↑discolouration …

    Useful english dictionary

  • 69iron cement — noun : a mixture of small cast iron borings or turnings usually with ammonium chloride used moist as a cement to make rust joints …

    Useful english dictionary

  • 70rust —    A brown or reddish brown oxide which forms on iron by corrosion, caused most commonly by exposure to water. A common source of brown pigments …

    Glossary of Art Terms