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

Ease of cleaning Most Hamilton Beach microwaves have nonstick interiors made from stainless steel or porcelain enamel. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026

That was when Apple switched from stainless steel to titanium for the phone. — Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

There's also a compact slush and shake maker and a stainless steel popsicle mold, both available on Amazon for less than $50. — ABC News, 17 July 2026

The 2023 Freemark Abbey Viognier is 100 percent Viognier fermented in 70 percent stainless steel and 30 percent neutral French oak barrels for five months. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 17 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for stainless steel

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Kids Definition

stainless steel

noun

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