iron
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
A hard, strong metal, or an electrical appliance with a heated flat surface used to smooth wrinkles out of clothes.
Usage notes
Iron can mean the metal or the appliance, context usually makes the meaning clear.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She plugged in the _____ to press her shirt before work."
Answer: iron
In your own words, what does "iron" mean?
A hard, strong metal, or an electrical appliance with a heated flat surface used to smooth wrinkles out of clothes.
Learn next at A1
- is The form of "be" used with he, she, it, or a singular noun.
- island A piece of land completely surrounded by water.
- it Used to talk about a thing, animal, or idea that was already mentioned...
- itch An uncomfortable feeling on the skin that makes you want to scratch.
- its Shows that something belongs to an animal, thing, or idea already ment...
- ivory A hard, cream-colored material that forms the tusks of elephants and s...