ironwork

noun

iron·​work ˈī(-ə)rn-ˌwərk How to pronounce ironwork (audio)
1
: work in iron
also : something made of iron
2
ironworks plural in form but singular or plural in construction : a mill or building where iron or steel is smelted or heavy iron or steel products are made
ironworker noun

Examples of ironwork in a Sentence

We admired the ironwork in front of the house.
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The extensive remodel elevated elements of the original design, which now features intricate ironwork, custom millwork, chevron parquet flooring, trompe l’oeil ceilings, and antique Parisian fireplaces. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 Dec. 2024 The hallway also has an ironwork staircase leading upstairs and a stair opposite going down to the kitchen. Wendy Goodman, Curbed, 19 Nov. 2024 The three-bedroom condo is in a landmarked historical building, built in 1986 as an ironworks factory and converted in 2001. Clio Chang, Curbed, 4 Sep. 2024 The area has long been known for its beef and ironwork. Rohan Nadkarni, NBC News, 31 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for ironwork 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of ironwork was in the 15th century

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“Ironwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ironwork. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

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ironwork

noun
iron·​work -ˌwərk How to pronounce ironwork (audio)
1
: work in iron
2
plural : a mill or building where iron or steel is smelted or heavy iron or steel products are made
ironworker noun

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