overrusset

/ˌɒvəˈrʌsɪt/

Definitions

1. adjective

becoming or having become reddish-purple, especially due to exposure to the sun

“The apples on the tree had become overrusset, making them unsuitable for eating.”

2. verb

to become reddish-purple, especially due to exposure to the sun

“The apples were beginning to overrusset on the branches.”

Synonyms

  • blush
  • russet

Antonyms

  • green
  • unripe