stainless steel

noun

: an alloy of steel with chromium and sometimes another element (such as nickel or molybdenum) that is practically immune to rusting and ordinary corrosion

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Holland also notes that some products even provide a protective barrier on stainless steel, which will help keep these shiny surfaces free from greasy fingerprints. Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 16 Mar. 2026 This same trick can be applied to your favorite stainless steel cookware. Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026 Its kitchen is upgraded with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, according to its listing, and the home has refinished hardwood floors throughout. Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 14 Mar. 2026 Since weather-resistant products can often be more costly than their interior counterparts, consider practical, yet lower-cost materials to use such as concrete, stainless steel, or composite material for cabinetry. Megan Johnson, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stainless steel

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1917, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of stainless steel was in 1917

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“Stainless steel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stainless%20steel. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.

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stainless steel

noun
: an alloy of steel and chromium that is highly resistant to stain, rust, and corrosion

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