Sign of decay Crossword Clue

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Sign of decay Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. the formation of reddish-brown ferric oxides on iron by low-temperature oxidation in the presence of water
2. any of various fungi causing rust disease in plants
(adjective)
1. of the brown color of rust
(verb)
1. become destroyed by water, air, or a corrosive such as an acid
2. cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SIGN (noun)
1. structure displaying a board on which advertisements can be posted
2. a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)
SIGN (verb)
1. mark with one’s signature; write one’s name (on)
2. make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate
SIGN (adjective)
1. used of the language of the deaf
DECAY (noun)
1. the spontaneous disintegration of a radioactive substance along with the emission of ionizing radiation
2. the organic phenomenon of rotting
DECAY (verb)
1. lose a stored charge, magnetic flux, or current
2. fall into decay or ruin

Hint 3: Anagram

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RUTS

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