- to become rusted together; to become rusted shut
- to rust; to become (completely) rusty; to be covered with rust
- to become rusty (of a skill or ability); to become less effective
Godan verb with 'ku' ending; intransitive verb
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- to become rusted together; to become rusted shut
- to rust; to become (completely) rusty; to be covered with rust
- to become rusty (of a skill or ability); to become less effective
This meaning refers to physical objects that have metal parts that corrode due to exposure to moisture and air, causing them to stick or jam.
This meaning describes the process of metal deteriorating due to oxidation, resulting in a rusty appearance.
This meaning is metaphorical, indicating that skills or abilities can degrade over time without practice, similar to how metal can rust.
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