steely

English

/ˈstiːli/

adj
Definitions
  • Having qualities resembling those of steel, especially hard and resolute.
  • Made of steel.

Etymology

Suf from English steel (harden, strengthen).

Origin

English

steel

Gloss

harden, strengthen

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