rusty (B1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈrʌsti/
Definition
Covered with a reddish-brown coating of rust, typically as a result of exposure to moisture and air.
Examples
The old garden gate was covered in rusty patches.
He found a rusty nail on the beach.
She had to oil the rusty hinges to stop them squeaking.
How to Use rusty
- rusty at (prepositional phrase)
- Lacking skill or proficiency in a particular activity due to disuse. — "I'm a bit rusty at playing chess after a long break."
- get rusty (phrasal verb)
- To become less skilled or proficient due to lack of practice. — "If you don't practice your guitar regularly, you'll get rusty."
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