The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word RUSTS which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Times in 2025.
Develops iron 49-Down crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| RUSTS | 100 % | 5 |
Why may RUSTS be the right solution?
The clue "Develops iron" is a hint that the iron is undergoing a specific process. In this case, iron undergoing the process of oxidation is known as rusting. Therefore, the correct answer to "Develops iron" is "RUSTS."
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Crossword Answer definitions
RUSTS noun- The deteriorated state of iron or steel as a result of moisture and oxidation.
- A similar substance based on another metal (usually with qualification, such as "copper rust").
- A reddish-brown color.
- A disease of plants caused by a reddish-brown fungus.
- Damage caused to stamps and album pages by a fungal infection.
- To oxidize, especially of iron or steel.
- To cause to oxidize.
- To be affected with the parasitic fungus called rust.
- To (cause to) degenerate in idleness; to make or become dull or impaired by inaction.
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