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carbon steel

noun

: a strong hard steel that derives its physical properties from the presence of carbon and is used in hand tools and kitchen utensils

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The carbon steel kettle heats water quickly and is stain-, scratch-, and rust-resistant. Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 26 Nov. 2025 Made in Japan of carbon steel, these sharp blades are designed for precise cuts on both green and woody stems with a great grip. Melissa Locker, Time, 17 Nov. 2025 Now’s a great time to save on a Dyson vacuum, available for $230 off, or save on a gorgeous set of knives made with Japanese carbon steel. Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Nov. 2025 Being carbon steel, the Misen has several advantages over ceramic and PTFE nonstick pans. Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for carbon steel

Word History

First Known Use

1856, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of carbon steel was in 1856

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“Carbon steel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/carbon%20steel. Accessed 1 Dec. 2025.

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