Steel, e.g Crossword Clue

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Steel, e.g Crossword Answer

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METAL

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(noun)
1. a mixture containing two or more metallic elements or metallic and nonmetallic elements usually fused together or dissolving into each other when molten
2. the state of impairing the quality or reducing the value of something
(verb)
1. lower in value by increasing the base-metal content
2. make an alloy of

Hint 2: Clue Definition

STEEL (verb)
1. get ready for something difficult or unpleasant
2. cover, plate, or edge with steel
STEEL (noun)
1. a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard
2. an alloy of iron with small amounts of carbon; widely used in construction; mechanical properties can be varied over a wide range

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

METAL
(5 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
LOYAL

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