Damascus steel

noun

Da·​mas·​cus steel də-ˈma-skəs- How to pronounce Damascus steel (audio)
: hard elastic steel ornamented with wavy patterns and used especially for sword blades

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Also included are a Damascus steel knife set and a steak knife set. — Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2025 Backers can upgrade to a titanium body paired with a Damascus steel blade for a more premium finish. — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 27 Feb. 2026 Damascus Steel Damascus steel swords became famous for their distinctive flowing patterns and exceptional performance in combat. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 30 May 2026 Authentic Damascus steel production is just one example of how complex skills can vanish when the conditions that support them disappear — but an international effort is underway to prevent others from following suit. — Kristin Houser, Big Think, 29 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for Damascus steel

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First Known Use

circa 1727, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Damascus steel was circa 1727

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