flat iron

noun

1
: a device used for straightening hair by pressing and pulling sections between two heated metal or ceramic, flat, rectangular plates
2
usually flatiron old-fashioned : iron sense 2a

Examples of flat iron in a Sentence

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In our flat iron tests, the Airstrait took our hair from wet to dry, sleek, shiny, and frizz-free in under 15 minutes. Cai Cramer, People.com, 9 Oct. 2024 How to clean flat iron, curling iron A cotton ball or cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol is the easiest way to clean your flat iron or curling iron. Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 3 Sep. 2024 Straighten with flat iron and add a small, pea sized amount after style or as needed through the day to let those glossy, straight strands shine! Noel Cody, Essence, 24 Sep. 2024 The train will also include a cafe service for all customers on board as well as a dining car complete with linen tablecloths and table service (think: vegan chili or flat iron steak). Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 24 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for flat iron 

Word History

First Known Use

1743, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of flat iron was in 1743

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“Flat iron.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flat%20iron. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

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flatiron

noun
flat·​iron -ˌī(-ə)rn How to pronounce flatiron (audio)
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