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

Examples of stainless steel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Cody Reiss teaches us the secrets to cooking with a stainless steel pan. — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026

This unit transitions into the kitchen, which is positioned on one wall and equipped with a stainless steel sink, a microwave, an induction cooktop, and a fridge freezer. — New Atlas, 26 Sep. 2026

This set of three food storage containers is completely free of plastic thanks to its stainless steel construction and glass lids. — Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2026

Each spatula has a stainless steel core underneath the silicone, which keeps it from bending or snapping the way a plastic one might, and is both dishwasher-safe and stain-resistant. — Sarah Scott, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for stainless steel

• bookmobile
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Kids Definition

stainless steel

noun

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