carbon steel
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of carbon steel
First recorded in 1900–05
Example Sentences
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Consequently, some manufacturers have begun pairing carbon steel with an aluminum core for more even heating, creating hybrid nonsticks with a three-ply construction similar to better stainless steel pans.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 24, 2025
From ingenious herb savers and handcrafted carbon steel roasters to powerful appliances and artisanal dinnerware, every item has been chosen with care to bring both beauty and practicality to the kitchen and beyond.
From Salon • Dec. 17, 2024
"As the country and the world transition to net zero, the demand for steel is growing - especially low carbon steel," she said.
From BBC • Dec. 15, 2023
Seattle Seed Company Forged Steel Pruners Forged carbon steel utility shears are a must for any gardener, used for pruning small shrubs, coaxing bonsai and gathering herbs.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 16, 2023
Monday arrived cold and raw, with a rising wind that brought a smell of snow from a sky the color of plain carbon steel.
From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston
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