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

Studio Keiko At the center of a kitchen by Studio Keiko, a sculptural mono-block island—welded on all three sides from solid stainless steel—serves as both anchor and statement. —Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 29 Apr. 2025

Plenty of shoppers use it to scrub baseboards and molding, too, because the adjustable stainless steel handle extends from 26.5 inches to 60 inches, making walls and ceiling trim more easily accessible. —Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2025

The stainless steel watch Armstrong wore into space has been housed at the National Air and Space Museum since NASA donated it in 1973. —Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Apr. 2025

Look for latex-free products or hypoallergenic stainless steel balls to avoid an allergic reaction. —Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 24 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

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Kids Definition

stainless steel

noun

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