Meaning & use
Iron
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A hard, strong, magnetic metallic element widely used in construction and manufacturing, or a household appliance used to smooth wrinkles from fabric using heat.
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The bridge's frame was built from iron beams over a century ago.
She plugged in the iron to press the wrinkles out of her shirt.
A note on using this word
As a verb, 'to iron' means to press clothing with a heated iron, and the phrase 'iron out' figuratively means to resolve remaining problems or details.
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Another way to use it
2. verb
To press clothing or fabric with a heated appliance to remove wrinkles.
He ironed his dress shirt before the interview.
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