steel wool

noun

UK/ˌstiːl ˈwʊl/
US/ˌstiːl ˈwʊl/

Definitions of steel wool noun

  1. Uncountable(不可數名詞)

    A mass of fine steel threads interwoven into a pad, used for scouring or polishing surfaces.

    鋼絲絨;鋼棉

    • He used steel wool to scrub the rust off the old pot.

      他用鋼絲絨刷洗舊鍋上的鏽跡。

    • She used steel wool to lightly abrade the wood furniture in preparation for painting.

      她用鋼絲絨輕輕打磨木製家具,為上漆做準備。

    • Stubborn stains in the oven can be removed with steel wool and some soap.

      烤箱裡的頑固污漬可以用鋼絲絨和肥皂去除。