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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An acre of gleaming stainless steel and people in white lab coats busily believing this. — Padgett Powell, Harpers Magazine, 30 June 2026 This handy stainless steel dicer can slice, wedge cut, or dice eggs, tomatoes, mushrooms, strawberries, and more. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 26 June 2026 Secure the salmon, banana leaf and plank together using stainless steel nails or skewers. — Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026 But what’s inside—a stainless steel serving fork and spoon with the brand’s signature spiral handle—is equally as luxe. — Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for stainless steel

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First Known Use

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 7 Jul. 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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