RUSTS
/ɹʌsts/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of RUSTS
The deteriorated state of iron or steel as a result of moisture and oxidation.
"The rust on my bicycle chain made cycling to work very dangerous."
A similar substance based on another metal (usually with qualification, such as "copper rust").
"aerugo. Green or blue-green copper rust; verdigris. (American Heritage Dictionary, 1973)"
A reddish-brown color.
To oxidize, especially of iron or steel.
"The patio furniture had rusted in the wind-driven spray."
To cause to oxidize.
"The wind-driven spray had thoroughly rusted the patio furniture."
To be affected with the parasitic fungus called rust.
Examples of RUSTS in a Sentence
- "The rust on my bicycle chain made cycling to work very dangerous."
- "aerugo. Green or blue-green copper rust; verdigris. (American Heritage Dictionary, 1973)"
- "The patio furniture had rusted in the wind-driven spray."
- "The wind-driven spray had thoroughly rusted the patio furniture."
Word Details
Is RUSTS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, RUSTS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: RUSTS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for RUSTS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | u | s | t | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in RUSTS
14 words from the letters in RUSTS
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use RUSTS in Word Games
RUSTS is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, RUSTS is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble RUSTS to find 14 additional valid words.