The term rule in this context is synonymous with ruler, a marked strip that can be used to measure length. A flexible steel rule is make of thin, flexible steel.
A flexible steel rule is similar to a rigid steel rule but it is easier to bend and it does not retain shape when bent, but springs back to it's original straight shape. You use it to measure length or distance. You can also use it to whack (hit) things, but don't do your little brother or he'll tell Mom.
A steel rule is most commonly refered to as an engineers rule.
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a rule has a different name then a ruler
The inventor has been forgotten, it was so long ago.
The term rule in this context is synonymous with ruler, a marked strip that can be used to measure length. A flexible steel rule is make of thin, flexible steel.
Steel tape is a flexible rule of thin steel that retracts into a protective case. It is used for measuring irregular and regular shapes.
A flexible steel rule is similar to a rigid steel rule but it is easier to bend and it does not retain shape when bent, but springs back to it's original straight shape. You use it to measure length or distance. You can also use it to whack (hit) things, but don't do your little brother or he'll tell Mom.
A flexible steel rule, spring assisted, that coils to its own case after use
A steel rule is most commonly refered to as an engineers rule.
"National Steel Rule's website has information on Steel Rule. Fine-Tools and Helmold may also have information on Steel Rule. Wikipedia has info on general rulers, too."
Tool steel.
As steel gets harder, it also gets less flexible.
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Steel is stronger and more flexible than iron.
A ruler made of stainless steel.
Steel is stronger, more flexible and can hold an edge better.