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[さび()]
sabi
noun

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sabi

English Meaning(s) for 錆

noun
  1. rust

Definition and Synonyms for 錆

Patina a fine coating of oxide on the surface of a metal
Synonyms:
Rust Fungus any of various fungi causing rust disease in plants
Synonyms: , 錆びる
Rust a red or brown oxide coating on iron or steel caused by the action of oxygen and moisture
Synonyms: , 錆びる

Meanings for each kanji in 錆

» tarnish

Categories 錆 is a member of

Coating a thin layer covering something
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Fungus an organism of the kingdom Fungi lacking chlorophyll and feeding on organic matter
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Ferric Oxide a red oxide of iron
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Sample Sentences for 錆

You have no one but yourself to blame.
He rubbed the rust off with a file.
You deserve it.
Don't complain about that. You've asked for it.
As rust eats iron, so care eats the heart.

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