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

These stainless steel tips are handy for injecting fillings into waffle cones, cupcakes and doughnuts. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2026

Patek produced just 281 examples, most in yellow gold with a few in either rose gold or stainless steel. —Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 13 Apr. 2026

Of the pans containing stainless steel, only the Mauviel M’150 demonstrated a level of responsiveness noticeably greater than the All-Clad D3. —Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026

For stainless steel appliances, Aparacio recommends a non‑abrasive stainless‑steel spray and wiping in the direction of the grain to avoid any pesky streaks. —Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 11 Apr. 2026

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