Definitions
from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.
- Steel deriving its qualities from carbon chiefly, without the presence of other alloying elements; -- opposed to
alloy steel .
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- noun Any of a range of
alloys ofiron andcarbon whose properties depend on the proportion of carbon.
from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.
- noun steel whose characteristics are determined by the amount of carbon it contains
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Examples
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If you haven't considered buying a carbon steel skillet, now is the time: Carbon steel is like a cousin to cast iron and is well worth a place in your kitchen (you'll find them aplenty in the professional culinary world).
The Best Carbon Steel Pans Can Sear As Well As Cast Iron, but Are Way Lighter Editorial Process 2024
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Carbon steel becoming "non-stick" has to do with seasoning, yes. But also and perhaps more importantly temperature control.
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