释义
n.
a hard, strong grey or bluish-grey alloy of iron with carbon and usually other elements, used extensively as a structural and fabricating material
钢，钢铁。
used as a symbol or embodiment of strength and firmness
（钢铁般的）坚强，坚定
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nerves of steel 钢铁般的胆量
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[as modifier]
a steel will .坚强的意志。
[count noun]a rod of roughened steel on which knives are sharpened
磨刀钢棒。
v.
mentally prepare (oneself) to do or face something difficult
使坚强地做（或面对）
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his team were steeling themselves for disappointment 他的队员们正在磨炼自己面对失望的局面
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[with infinitive]
she steeled herself to remain calm .她坚强地使自己保持冷静。
词源
"Old English
