rustproofing

rust·proof·ing

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ruhst-proo-fing]
- /ˈrʌstˌpru fɪŋ/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ruhst-proo-fing]
- /ˈrʌstˌpru fɪŋ/

Definitions of rustproofing word

noun rustproofing the process of making metal rustproof. 1
noun rustproofing Also called rustproofer. a substance used in this process. 1
adjective rustproofing not subject to rusting. 1
verb with object rustproofing to coat with a substance that prevents rusting. 1
noun rustproofing the treatment of metal with a special coating to prevent rusting 0

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Origin of rustproofing

First appearance:

before 1915

One of the 14% newest English words

First recorded in 1915-20; rustproof + -ing1

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Parts of speech for Rustproofing

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Full grammatical hierarchy of Rustproofing

rustproofing popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 39% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 52% 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.

rustproofing usage trend in Literature

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