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σκουριά — meaning in English

skouria

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English meaning

rust noun The reddish-brown coating that forms on iron or steel when it reacts with moisture and oxygen over time.

Senses

σκουριά is used for these senses in English:

rust The deteriorated state of iron or steel as a result of moisture and oxidation; it consists mostly of iron(III) oxide (ferric oxide) and iron(II) oxide (ferrous oxide).
rust A disease of plants caused by a reddish-brown fungus.

rust — full definition

noun The reddish-brown coating that forms on iron or steel when it reacts with moisture and oxygen over time.
noun A reddish-brown color, named after the corrosion.
verb To corrode or become covered in rust, or to cause something to do so.
verb To lose sharpness or ability through lack of use.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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