rusted out
Eaten by corrosion
Rusted out describes something so corroded by rust that it has holes or structural failure.
A rusted-out car has floor panels you can see through; a rusted-out pipe leaks.
The phrase emphasizes completeness—not merely rusty on the surface, but deteriorated beyond repair: The old pickup was rusted out and wouldn't pass inspection.
- oxidizedCombined with oxygen
- dilapidatedRuined through neglect
- corrosionChemical wearing away
- replacePut something else there
- deteriorationProcess of declining quality
falling apart · outdated · oxidation · moisture · flaking · obsolete · weathering · crumbling · demoralization · pitting · burnout · fatigue · neglected · old beater · humidity · run-down · disintegration · tarnish
rusted outsolid
Firm matter state
sound · intact · structurally sound · whole · sturdy
rusted outpristine
Pure and untouched
immaculate · mint condition · gleaming · polished · unblemished
rusted outbrand new
Completely unused, just acquired
new · well-maintained · unused · refurbished · reconditioned
rust, rusted, out, rusty, rusting, rusts, outing, outer, outward