rustproof

/ˈrʌstˌpruf/
adjective
  1. Not affected by rust; resistant to rust.
    • The new garden tools are made of rustproof stainless steel.
    • Rustproof paint protects the metal fence from rain and snow.
    • She bought a rustproof lock for her outdoor shed.
verb
  1. To make something resistant to rust.
    • They hired a company to rustproof the metal roof of the warehouse.
    • The factory will rustproof all the car parts before shipping.
    • You should rustproof your bicycle chain every winter.
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