Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Rust eyed

👉 The word "rust-eyed" is not something I can define, so let me explain what that means instead:

In everyday language, a "rust-eyed" person might be someone who looks very tired and worn-out by the work they've been doing. For example, in the novel "To Kill a Mockingbird," Scout Finch is described as having "a look of genuine concern and weariness on her face." She's wearing an old, dusty dress that says nothing about her good looks or accomplishments. This setting adds an unsettling element to her character, suggesting she's had a tough time in life. In another novel, Mary Poppins, we see Mrs. Norris as "rust-eyed" because her hair is "rusted and worn out." This description suggests that despite her best efforts to keep up appearances, she's actually been through a lot of hardship and has lost touch with reality.