rusty

Definition

  • adjective: covered with rust
  • adjective: affected by or as if by rust
  • synonyms: reasty, surly, morose

Examples

  • The singers were a bit 'rusty' after the long break.

  • My tennis skills are a little 'rusty'.

  • a 'rusty' old car

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) before he lets the Germans drink it. This ought to take the sting out of being occupied. You said it. Here's looking at you, kid. My German's a little rusty. It's the Gestapo. They say they expect to be in Paris tomorrow. They're telling us how to act when they come marching in. (..)
    1942 Casablanca
  • (..) For old time's sake. I don't know what you mean, Miss llsa. Play it, Sam. Play "As Time Goes By. " I can't remember it. I'm a little rusty on it. I'll hum it for you. Sing it, Sam. You must remember this... A kiss is just a kiss... A sigh is just a sigh... (..)
    1942 Casablanca