rust resistant

Impervious to corrosion

Rust resistant describes materials or coatings that withstand corrosion from oxidation.

Stainless steel is rust resistant because of its chromium content.

The term applies to metals, paints, and treatments designed to slow or prevent rusting: rust-resistant hardware for outdoor use, a rust-resistant finish.

Also spelled rust-resistant.

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coating · powder coat · chrome · aluminum · protective · durable · built to last · oxidation · patina · metal · alloy · zinc · sealed · treated · enamel · salt spray · outdoor · long-lasting

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Opposites
susceptibility to oxidation/corrosion

rust resistantcorrodible

Capable of being eroded chemically

unprotected · untreated · reactive · corrosive · bare metal

material durability/longevity

rust resistantperishable

Prone to decay

degradable · short-lived · high-maintenance · deteriorating

Family

rust, resistant, rusts, rusted, rusting, rusty, rustiness, resist, resists

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