iron

(noun, adjective, verb)

adjective

1. extremely robust

- an iron constitution

Similar word(s): robust

Sentences with iron as an adjective:

- She had an iron will.

- He held on with an iron grip.

noun

1. a heavy ductile magnetic metallic element; is silver-white in pure form but readily rusts; used in construction and tools and armament; plays a role in the transport of oxygen by the blood

Definition categories: substance, metal

2. a golf club that has a relatively narrow metal head

Definition categories: man–made, club

3. implement used to brand live stock

Definition categories: man–made, implement

4. home appliance consisting of a flat metal base that is heated and used to smooth cloth

Definition categories: man–made

Sentences with iron as a noun:

- wrought iron, ductile iron, cast iron, pig iron, gray iron

verb

1. press and smooth with a heated iron

- she stood there ironing

Similar word(s): press

Definition categories: contact, press

Sentences with iron as a verb:

- to iron a wagon