Nov. 05, 1999
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iron —n. 1 grey metallic
element used for tools and constructions and found in
some foods, e.g. spinach. 2 this as a symbol of strength
or firmness (man of iron; iron will). 3 tool made of
iron. 4 implement with a flat base which is heated to
smooth clothes etc. 5 golf club with an iron or steel
sloping face. 6 (usu. in pl.) fetter. 7 (usu. in pl.)
stirrup. 8 (often in pl.) iron support for a malformed
leg. —adj. 1 made of iron. 2 very robust. 3
unyielding, merciless. —v. smooth (clothes etc.)
with an iron. &127; iron out remove (difficulties etc.).
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Iron