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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
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At first glance, the kitchen might look plucked from the 19th century, but there are marble countertops and stainless steel appliances that bring it up to date.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
Other advanced equipment includes a carbon fiber driveshaft to smooth power delivery, a modern Ford 8.8-inch rear end with a limited slip differential, and a Borla stainless steel dual exhaust system tuned specifically for the Ford engines.
—Karl Brauer, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
The Artisan mixers also come in more colors (check out the textured dark green colorway, a limited edition collaboration with Magnolia's Hearth & Hand line at Target) and with both stainless steel and glass bowls.
—Tiffany Hopkins, Bon Appétit, 4 Nov. 2024
Holmes likes the sharp stainless steel blades and the overall design which is a little less wasteful than most other disposables.
—Marci Robin, Glamour, 31 Oct. 2024
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First Known Use
1917, in the meaning defined above
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“Stainless steel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stainless%20steel. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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stainless steel
noun
: an alloy of steel and chromium that is highly resistant to stain, rust, and corrosion
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