cast-iron

adjective

\ ˈkast-ˈī(-ə)rn

Definition of cast-iron

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : made of cast iron

2 : resembling cast iron: such as

a : capable of withstanding great strain a cast-iron stomach

b : not admitting change, adaptation, or exception : rigid a cast-iron will

c British : not likely to fail or be broken : airtight "Clever idea, Black, getting yourself seen on a safe station platform … gave you a cast-iron excuse not to leave your hidey-hole in future, didn't it?"— J. K. Rowling

cast iron

noun

Definition of cast iron (Entry 2 of 2)

: a commercial alloy of iron, carbon, and silicon that is cast in a mold and is hard, brittle, nonmalleable, and incapable of being hammer-welded but more easily fusible than steel

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Examples of cast-iron in a Sentence

Noun

The fence is made of cast iron.

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

For the carrots: In a cast iron skillet, heat safflower oil over medium-high heat. — CBS News, "The Dish: Chef Anya Fernald shares her signature recipes," 24 Aug. 2019 Meanwhile, cook bacon in a cast iron skillet or grill pan until crispy and browned. — al, "Serve a meal inspired by Alabama’s 200-year history," 20 Aug. 2019 The 14-inch cast iron pipe burst at 2:55 a.m. on Ifland Way in Vallejo, according to the Vallejo Water Department. — Peter Fimrite, SFChronicle.com, "Broken water main closes Vallejo street and affects drinking water," 17 Aug. 2019 One of the keys to running a successful restaurant is knowing when to strike while the cast iron is hot. — Georgann Yara, azcentral, "12-year-old D’Vine Bistro in Chandler is now St. Amand Kitchen & Cocktails. Here's what to expect when you go," 17 July 2019 Place the lid on top of your cast iron skillet and cook the cake in the campfire with two or three coals on top of the skillet lid. — Brittany Anas, The Know, "What Colorado’s top chefs cook when they go camping," 12 Aug. 2019 Over your campfire, heat the oil in your cast iron skillet. — Jessica Dailey, ELLE Decor, "The Ultimate Guide to Infusing a Western-Chic Vibe Into Your Home," 1 Aug. 2019 All around me, people were digging into cast iron pots of hot seafood, both elbows firmly anchored on their tables, with nary a bib or plastic glove in sight. — Soleil Ho, SFChronicle.com, "Alamar’s seafood brings us back to our home shores," 26 July 2019 While the broth is coming to a boil, turn another burner to medium-high if using a gas stove (if using an electric or induction stovetop, heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat). — Los Angeles Times, "Charred Onion Broth," 24 July 2019

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cast-iron

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of cast-iron

(Entry 1 of 2)

: made of cast iron

: very strong or tough

British : not likely to fail or be broken

cast iron

noun

English Language Learners Definition of cast iron (Entry 2 of 2)

: a very hard type of metal that is made into different shapes by being melted and poured into special containers (called casts or molds)

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cast iron

noun

Kids Definition of cast iron

: a hard and brittle alloy of iron, carbon, and silicon shaped by being poured into a mold while melted

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