| alloy steel containing 12 percent or more chromium, so as to be resistant to rust and attack from various chemicals. |
| stainless steel n. Any of various steels alloyed with at least 10 percent chromium and sometimes containing other elements and that are resistant to corrosion or rusting associated with exposure to water and moist air. |
stainless steel  (stān'lĭs) Pronunciation Key
Any of various alloys of iron that contain chromium, nickel, and small amounts of carbon. They may also contain minor amounts of other elements, such as molybdenum. Stainless steel is resistant to rusting and corrosion. |
