1. An alloy of iron with small amounts of carbon; widely used in construction; mechanical properties can be varied over a wide range 
2. A cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard
   - sword, blade, brand 
3. Knife sharpener consisting of a ridged steel rod

1. Get ready for something difficult or unpleasant
   - nerve 
2. Cover, plate, or edge with steel

Sounds like: steal

Derived forms: steeled, steeling, steels

See also: steely

Type of: alloy, arm, brace, cover, metal, poise, sharpener, weapon, weapon system

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