soleplate
noun
sole·plate
ˈsōl-ˌplāt 
1
: the lower plate of a studded partition on which the bases of the studs butt
2
: the undersurface of an iron
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The extra-perforated soleplate (which the brand claims expels 30 percent more steam than a model without a pump) is especially handy for ironing shirts.
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Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 9 July 2023
What's more, the Rowenta is manufactured with an anti-drip system, which stops water from spitting out of the soleplate when the temperature is too low.
—Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 9 July 2023
Its design means the entire soleplate is usable, not just the tip or center.
—Good Housekeeping, 6 May 2023
The Reliable's anodized aluminum soleplate glides smoothly over fabrics and is also very easy to wipe clean.
—Carolyn Forté, Good Housekeeping, 8 July 2022
The bestselling iron is affixed with a stainless steel soleplate that's durable and scratch-resistant.
—Amy Schulman, PEOPLE.com, 12 June 2022
The extra-perforated soleplate (which the brand claims expels 30% more steam than a model without a pump) is also especially handy for ironing shirts.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE.com, 15 Apr. 2022
The Vitessa has six different temperature settings and its nonstick soleplate makes for a smooth experience when ironing.
—Raena Loper, Good Housekeeping, 13 May 2022
The stainless steel soleplate has over 400 steam holes, allowing the steam to smooth creases without the iron sticking.
—Samantha Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2022
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Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 9 July 2023
What's more, the Rowenta is manufactured with an anti-drip system, which stops water from spitting out of the soleplate when the temperature is too low.
—Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 9 July 2023
Its design means the entire soleplate is usable, not just the tip or center.
—Good Housekeeping, 6 May 2023
The Reliable's anodized aluminum soleplate glides smoothly over fabrics and is also very easy to wipe clean.
—Carolyn Forté, Good Housekeeping, 8 July 2022
The bestselling iron is affixed with a stainless steel soleplate that's durable and scratch-resistant.
—Amy Schulman, PEOPLE.com, 12 June 2022
The extra-perforated soleplate (which the brand claims expels 30% more steam than a model without a pump) is also especially handy for ironing shirts.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE.com, 15 Apr. 2022
The Vitessa has six different temperature settings and its nonstick soleplate makes for a smooth experience when ironing.
—Raena Loper, Good Housekeeping, 13 May 2022
The stainless steel soleplate has over 400 steam holes, allowing the steam to smooth creases without the iron sticking.
—Samantha Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2022
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soleplate
noun
sole·plate
ˈsōl-ˌplāt
: a flattened nucleated mass of soft granular protoplasm surrounding the end of a motor nerve in a striated muscle fiber
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