to smoke heavily (burn)
Unter starker Rauchentwicklung brennen oder verbrennen.
To behave or act in a Russian manner.
☞ Often used in a derogatory or stereotypical context.
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Das nasse Holz russte stark im Ofen.— The wet wood burned vigorously in the stove.
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Die Kerze russte, weil der Docht zu lang war.— The candle smoked because the wick was too long.