: an abrasive material composed of long fine steel shavings and used especially for scouring and burnishing
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Recent Examples on the WebUse a lubricating solution like WD-40 and steel wool to remove rust from the door hinges. Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Aug. 2022 Shards of steel wool can break off and become lodged in the grain lines. Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 22 Aug. 2022 Be sure to fill all larger holes with steel wool, which mice cannot chew through, and place screens on vents and chimneys. Raena Loper, Good Housekeeping, 11 Aug. 2022 But do not use anything abrasive, such as a kitchen dish scrubber, Dobie pad, or steel wool. Duncan Brady, Car and Driver, 28 June 2022 Exclusion might be as easy as plugging a hole with steel wool or blocking it with hardware cloth.oregonlive, 3 Mar. 2022 Don’t use abrasive cleaners, or steel wool, which can scratch and damage the finish. Lynn Redmile, Good Housekeeping, 12 Oct. 2021 Never use abrasive tools like steel wool or harsh cleaners such as bleach or oven cleaner on your stainless-steel pans, as these can permanently damage the surface. Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2021 Baranuk has seen online videos promoting steel wool.BostonGlobe.com, 25 May 2021 See More