unsteel

[ uhn-steel ]

verb (used with object)

1. to bring out of a steeled condition; soften.

unsteel

/ ʌnˈstiːl /

verb

1. tr to make (the heart, feelings, etc) more gentle or compassionate

Word History and Origins

Origin of unsteel¹

First recorded in 1740–50; un- ² + steel

Example Sentences

Why then should this enervating pity unsteel my foolish heart?

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