철과 탄소의 합금으로 강도가 높고 단단한 금속 재료
A hard, strong, gray or bluish-gray alloy of iron with carbon and usually other elements, used extensively as a structural and fabricating material.
예문:
"The bridge was constructed using thousands of tons of structural steel."
"Modern cars use lightweight steel to improve fuel efficiency."
강철처럼 단단하고 굽히지 않는 강인한 정신이나 태도
Mental toughness, resilience, or a quality of being cold and unyielding like the metal.
예문:
"The athlete's nerves of steel helped him win the gold medal under pressure."
"There was a cold glint of steel in her eyes as she confronted her rival."
칼날을 갈거나 날카롭게 세우는 데 사용하는 강철 막대
A rod of roughened steel or ceramic used for sharpening knives.
예문:
"A professional butcher uses a steel to maintain the edge of his cleaver."
"The knife set includes a wooden block and a high-quality sharpening steel."
어렵거나 불쾌한 일에 맞서기 위해 마음을 단단히 먹다
To mentally prepare oneself to do or face something difficult or unpleasant.
예문:
"He steeled himself against the cold wind before stepping outside."
"She steeled her resolve to finish the marathon despite the intense pain."
강도나 내구성을 높이기 위해 물건에 강철을 입히거나 날을 달다
To cover, edge, or point an object with steel to increase its strength or durability.
예문:
"The artisan steeled the tip of the spear for better penetration."
"They steeled the industrial rollers to extend their lifespan in the factory."