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- [ruhst-proof]
- /ˈrʌstˌpruf/
- /ˈrʌst.pruːf/
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- [ruhst-proof]
- /ˈrʌstˌpruf/
Definitions of rustproof word
- adjective rustproof not subject to rusting. 1
- verb with object rustproof to coat with a substance that prevents rusting. 1
- adjective rustproof resistant to corrosion 1
- adjective rustproof treated against rusting 0
- adjective rustproof resistant to rust 0
- verb transitive rustproof to make rustproof 0
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Origin of rustproof
First appearance:
before 1685 One of the 48% oldest English words
First recorded in 1685-95; rust + -proof
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Parts of speech for Rustproof
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rustproof popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 51% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 61% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
rustproof usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for rustproof
adjective rustproof
- nonrusting — That does not rust; rustproof.
- waterproofed — Having been made waterproof.
verb rustproof
- waterproof — impervious to water.
Top questions with rustproof
- how to rustproof a car?
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