rusting vs rust

rust vs rusting

rusting and rust both are nouns.

rusting is not an adjective while rust is an adjective.

rusting is not a verb while rust is a verb.

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

As nouns, rusting and rust are synonyms defined as:

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

rusting (noun)	rust (noun)
the formation of reddish-brown ferric oxides on iron by low-temperature oxidation in the presence of water	A strong reddish brown color.
	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

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

rusting (verb)	rust (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 rusting and rust

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