Meaning of the word steel in English

What does steel mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

steel

US /stiːl/
UK /stiːl/
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Noun

1.

a hard, strong, gray or bluish-gray alloy of iron with carbon and usually other elements, used as a structural and fabricating material.

Example:
The bridge was constructed with high-strength steel.
Many modern buildings use steel frames.

Verb

1.

harden (oneself) against something unpleasant or difficult.

Example:
She had to steel herself for the difficult conversation.
He steeled his nerves before stepping onto the stage.
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