rust vs rusting

rusting vs rust

rust and rusting both are nouns.

rust is an adjective but rusting is not an adjective.

rust is a verb but rusting is not a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
rust	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
rusting	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, rust and rusting are synonyms defined as:

rust and rusting: the formation of reddish-brown ferric oxides on iron by low-temperature oxidation in the presence of water

rust (noun)	rusting (noun)
A strong reddish brown color.	the formation of reddish-brown ferric oxides on iron by low-temperature oxidation in the presence of water
any of various fungi causing rust disease in plants
the formation of reddish-brown ferric oxides on iron by low-temperature oxidation in the presence of water
a plant disease that produces a reddish-brown discoloration of leaves and stems; caused by various rust fungi
a red or brown oxide coating on iron or steel caused by the action of oxygen and moisture

rust (adjective)	rusting (adjective)
of the brown color of rust

rust (verb)	rusting (verb)
become destroyed by water, air, or a corrosive such as an acid
cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid
become coated with oxide

Difference between rust and rusting

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