steel

[US]/stiːl/
[UK]/stiːl/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a strong and hard metal made of iron and carbon
vt. to make someone or something strong and determined

Phrases & Collocations

stainless steel

carbon steel

steel industry

steel manufacturing

steel production

steel structure

Example Sentences

The bridge is made of steel.

Steel is a common material used in construction.

The knife has a steel blade.

The building has steel beams for support.

Steel is known for its strength and durability.

The car's frame is made of steel.

Steel production has increased in recent years.

The sword is forged from high-quality steel.

Steel prices have been fluctuating due to market demand.

The factory specializes in producing steel pipes.

Real-world Examples

For example, a paper mill makes paper and a steel mill manufactures steel.

Source: VOA Special July 2020 Collection

The tongue is not steel, yet it cuts.

Source: Pronunciation: Basic Course in American English Pronunciation

A new gray black stainless steel called graphite.

Source: Apple latest news

In this clip, we're marking stainless steel.

Source: Connection Magazine

I was also in Sheffield and they have excellent steel.

Source: Connection Magazine

I mean, this is the steel that - - that bore the attacks.

Source: CNN 10 Student English September 2018 Collection

Exactly. I mean this is the steel that bore the attacks.

Source: CNN Listening Collection June 2014

The knights must prevail with steel and sinew alone.

Source: The Legend of Merlin

The commitments on steel need to be implemented.

Source: Celebrity Speech Compilation

The blade is Valyrian steel, the handle dragonbone. Someone gave it to him.

Source: Game of Thrones (Season 1)

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