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rustproof

adjective

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Wiktionary

adj

Etymology: Etymology tree English rust English -proof English rustproof From rust + -proof.

  1. Resistant to rust, oxidation and corrosion.

    This is supposed to be a rustproof trashcan, but it can't handle the salt they use on our roads.

  2. Resistant to the rust fungus.

verb

Etymology: Etymology tree English rust English -proof English rustproof From rust + -proof.

  1. To make resistant to rust, such as by applying a coating.

    We'll rustproof the metal with a good coat of paint and then we'll be able to leave it outdoors for years without damage.