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iron noun 1 (symbol Fe, atomic number 26) a strong hard silvery-white metallic element that is naturally magnetic, and is thought to be the main component of the Earth's core. See also ferric, ferrous. 2 a tool, weapon or other implement made of iron. 3 a triangular, flat-bottomed, now usually electrical, household tool used for smoothing out creases and pressing clothes. 4 golf any of various clubs with an angled iron head, used for shorter distance shots of about 100-200 yards. Compare putter 1, wedge 4, wood 5. 5 a brand (sense 4). 6 great physical or mental strength. 7 (irons) chains; fetters. 8 (irons) supports for a weak or lame leg or legs. adj 1 made of iron. 2 like iron, especially in being very strong, inflexible, unyielding, etc • iron determination • the iron man of British rugby. verb (ironed, ironing) 1 to smooth the creases out of or press (eg clothes) with an iron. 2 intrans said of clothing or fabric: to react or respond in the way specified to being ironed • shiny material which irons badly. have several or too many irons in the fire to have several or too many commitments at the same time. strike while the iron is hot to act while the situation is to one's advantage.
ETYMOLOGY: Anglo-Saxon isen.