rust, n.
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any of various fungi causing rust disease in plants
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rust rust fungus
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the formation of reddish-brown ferric oxides on iron by low-temperature oxidation in the presence of water
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rust rusting
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a plant disease that produces a reddish-brown discoloration of leaves and stems; caused by various rust fungi
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rust
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a red or brown oxide coating on iron or steel caused by the action of oxygen and moisture
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