presteel

/ˈpriːˌstēl/

Definitions

1. noun

A metal alloy, especially a type of steel, used in the production of a particular material or product before the final processing stage.

“The presteel was rolled and shaped into the desired form before being further processed into a finished product.”

2. verb

To prepare or treat steel in a specific way before a final processing stage, typically to make it easier to work with or to achieve a desired outcome.

“The steel was presteeld to make it more pliable for the manufacturing process.”

Synonyms

  • preformed steel
  • semifinished steel

Antonyms

  • finished steel
  • raw steel