Definition

The process of using a heated tool to smooth out wrinkles in clothes or fabric.

Example

I spent the afternoon ironing my shirts for the week.

Conversation

I really need to get to my ironing this weekend.

Oh, I hate ironing! Can't you just throw everything in the dryer?

I wish it were that easy, but some clothes need proper ironing.

True, I guess I just need to find a way to make it less boring.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ironing → The word 'ironing' comes from 'iron' (from Old English 'iren', meaning a metal used for tools and weapons) and the suffix '-ing' (indicating the action or process of). Thus, 'ironing' refers to the process of using a heated iron to smooth out wrinkles in fabric.

Memory Tip

Think of 'iron' as the metal used to smooth out clothes, and the '-ing' shows that it's the action of doing that. So, ironing is the action of using an iron to make clothes smooth.

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