Steel Definition

steel
noun
  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
  3. knife sharpener consisting of a ridged steel rod
verb
  1. get ready for something difficult or unpleasant
  2. cover, plate, or edge with steel

"Steel" in song lyrics

See how steel is used in real songs:

  • "Now you wanna go and grab the steel"
    404 Soliderz — Walk Like a Soldier *
  • "It's the set, you know we real, my weapons only steel"
    40 Cal. — 40 Cals
  • "From the bottom of my heart to the top of the steel"
    The 49ers f/ Harun Karim — Why I Don't Know

Usage tips for "steel"

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