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

The kitchen features an island, a wine refrigerator, stainless steel appliances and a butler’s pantry. — Kim Quillen, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026

As soon as the first few teaspoons of coffee drip out, pour them into a small stainless steel bell creamer (or small metal bowl) and add the sugar. — ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026

The space seamlessly flows into a dining area and a custom kitchen outfitted with curving cabinetry, stainless steel shelving, Caesarstone countertops, a contoured island, and a breakfast nook. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2026

Other Southern Living favorites, like cast-iron skillets and stainless steel cookware sets from Lodge and Cuisinart, also got discounted for the event. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for stainless steel

• bookmobile
• cochineal
• nonideal
• peroneal
• philomel
• snowmobile
• waterwheel
• abele
• alkyl
• anneal
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Kids Definition

stainless steel

noun

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