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antirust |
combined form of rust. |
corrosion |
a result of this process, such as rust. [1/2 definitions] |
ferric oxide |
a red-brown solid compound in the natural form of iron ore or rust, processed for use as a pigment and in metallurgy, magnetic tapes and polishing compounds. |
ferruginous |
rust-colored. [1/2 definitions] |
galvanize |
to coat (iron or steel) with zinc to prevent rust. [1/3 definitions] |
oxidation |
a deposit that forms as the result of this process, esp. rust. [1/3 definitions] |
rustproof |
resistant or impervious to rust. [2 definitions] |
rusty |
covered with or affected by rust; corroded; working or moving stiffly. [2/3 definitions] |
stainless |
made of an alloy of steel and chromium, and thus resistant to rust or corrosion. [1/3 definitions] |
stainless steel |
an alloy of steel and chromium, which is resistant to rust and corrosion. |
undercoating |
a coat of sealer applied to the underside of an automobile to protect it from rust. |
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