ironwork
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iron·work
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Definition of ironwork
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: work in iron
also
: something made of iron
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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
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Other Words from ironwork
ironworker
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Examples of ironwork in a Sentence
We admired the ironwork in front of the house.
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Inside, curved walls and arches, as well as detailed ironwork, add to the home’s appeal. Thoughtfully placed furniture and accessories complete the look. — Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, "Homearama house in Dove Point Estates inspired by the Mediterranean coast," 11 July 2019 Beneath the rafters on the third floor of the former ironworks factory that now houses Pioneer Works, her studio is decorated (with props from a film set) like a speakeasy. — Quanta Magazine, "Janna Levin’s Theory of Doing Everything," 5 May 2016 Price: $4,200 (including installation) 3.The center table was crafted from three-inch solid distressed red oak with handmade ironwork. — Adrienne Gaffney, WSJ, "A $75,000 Lounge for the Après-Ski Whiskey Lover," 31 Oct. 2018 Its ornamental panels, which pay tribute to decorative ironwork on buildings crafted by slaves and free African-American artisans in cities like New Orleans, possessed a delicate beauty when viewed at close range. — Blair Kamin, chicagotribune.com, "The national African-American museum still stirs the soul — and drops hints of what to expect at the Obama Presidential Center," 11 July 2018 But smelting iron in the colonies destroyed business for the ironworks in England. — Jonathan Schifman, Popular Mechanics, "The Entire History of Steel," 9 July 2018 Almost immediately, though, a problem arose in Britain's ironworks. — Jonathan Schifman, Popular Mechanics, "The Entire History of Steel," 9 July 2018 Wood-beam cathedral ceilings, ornate ironwork and lancet-style windows are among the architectural details. — Neal J. Leitereg, latimes.com, "Beverly Hills-area mansion with ‘Real Housewives’ connection lists for $22 million," 10 May 2018 The 11,821 square feet of living space was designed by former White House decorator Michael Smith and features reclaimed fireplace mantels, hand-hewn hardwood floors and custom ironwork. — Jack Flemming, latimes.com, "Mega-producer Jerry Bruckheimer pulls in $11.5 million for Brentwood estate," 16 June 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'ironwork.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for ironwork
ironwork
noun
English Language Learners Definition of ironwork
: fences, railings, decorations, etc., that are made of iron
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ironwork
noun
iron·work
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Kids Definition of ironwork
1
: things made of iron
2
ironworks plural
: a mill where iron or steel is smelted or heavy iron or steel products are made
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