Definition

A shop or business that sells iron and metal goods, or the items made from iron.

Example

I need to visit the ironmongery to buy some nails and screws for my project.

Conversation

Have you ever been to that new ironmongery in town?

No, I haven't checked it out yet. What do they have?

They sell all sorts of metal items, tools, and hardware.

That sounds useful! I should definitely visit it soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ironmongery → The word is formed from "iron" (from Old English "iren", meaning the metal iron) and "mongery" (from Old French "mongier", meaning to trade or deal in). Ironmongery refers to the trade or business of dealing in iron goods or hardware.

Memory Tip

Think of 'iron' as the metal itself and 'mongery' as dealing or trading — so ironmongery is all about trading in iron goods.

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