Definition

A tool used to press clothes and remove wrinkles, typically heated to smooth out fabric.

Example

She used a flatiron to make her shirt look neat and tidy before the meeting.

Conversation

Have you seen my flatiron? I can't find it anywhere.

I think I saw it in the laundry room earlier.

Thanks! I need it to get these wrinkles out of my shirts.

No problem! A good flatiron makes a big difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Flatiron → The word is formed from "flat" (from Old English *flett*, meaning level or smooth) and "iron" (from Old English *isern*, meaning metal). A flatiron is a tool made of iron that is flat in shape, used for smoothing clothes.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'level' ('flat') and made of 'metal' ('iron') — that's why a flatiron is a flat tool used for smoothing.

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