crucible steel

noun

1. steel made in a crucible, especially a high-grade steel prepared by melting selected materials.

crucible steel

noun

1. a high-quality steel made by melting wrought iron, charcoal, and other additives in a crucible

Word History and Origins

Origin of crucible steel¹

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

Crucible steel may also be made by placing crude steel in the crucibles in place of the iron.

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They may be either Bessemer, open-hearth, or crucible steel.

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It was not a built-up gun, but depended on superior crucible steel for its strength.

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All made of the finest quality Crucible Steel, carefully tempered, ground and polished, by the latest improved process.

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Crucible steel: All tools are made from crucible cast steel.

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