Definition

The craft or products made from iron, including items like gates, railings, and other structures.

Example

The beautiful ironwork on the gate added charm to the old house.

Conversation

Have you seen the new ironwork in the park?

Yeah, it looks amazing! I love the design.

I wonder who did all that intricate ironwork.

I heard it was a local artist — they really did a fantastic job.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ironwork → The word is formed from "iron" (from Old English *iren*, meaning a strong, hard metal) and "work" (from Old English *wyrcan*, meaning to make or do). Ironwork refers to the process of making or doing things with iron, typically in the context of crafting or constructing items from this metal.

Memory Tip

Think of 'iron' as the strong metal and 'work' as the act of making or doing. This helps you remember that ironwork is about creating things using iron.

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