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Meaning:

Noun:

  • A disease of plants caused by a reddish-brown fungus.
  • (colour) A reddish-brown color.
  • The deteriorated state of iron or steel as a result of moisture and oxidation.

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Verb:

  • intransitive to oxidize, especially of iron or steel.
  • transitive to cause to oxidize.

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