Cool MateIron
UK /["/ˈaɪən/"]/US /["/ˈaɪərn/"]/
Definition
a chemical element. Iron is a hard strong metal that is used to make steel and is also found in small quantities in blood and food.
In simple words: A strong, hard metal used in making things like buildings and tools.
Examples
- The bridge was made of iron, which is known for its strength.
- During the industrial revolution, iron became a crucial material for building factories.
- She had to iron her clothes before the important meeting.
- The chef used an iron skillet for cooking the steak to perfection.
- Iron is an essential mineral needed for producing red blood cells in the body.
- The blacksmith heated the iron to shape it into horseshoes.
- He decided to iron out the problems in the project before the presentation.
- In the periodic table, iron is represented by the symbol Fe.
Usage notes
Used in both technical and everyday contexts. Avoid using in poetic or very casual settings.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Sounds like 'I run' – imagine running to lift a heavy iron bar.
Collocations
- rusty
- cast
- corrugated
- make
- produce
- smelt
- rust
- ore
- bar
- gate
- hot
- warm
- electric
- use
- hot
- warm
- electric
- use
Synonyms
- steel
- metal
- ferrum
- cast iron
- galvanized iron
Antonyms
- soft
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'aisle' vs ' isle' when talking about iron as a material.
- Mispronounced as 'iron' with two syllables.
- Omitting the 'r' in pronunciation.