Definition

Describing something, usually clothing, that has not been pressed with an iron to remove wrinkles or creases.

Example

She wore an unironed shirt to the meeting, which made her look unprofessional.

Conversation

I can't believe I wore this unironed shirt to the meeting.

I didn't even notice! It looks fine to me.

Really? I thought it might look a bit messy.

Nah, it just gives you a relaxed vibe.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unironed → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "iron" (from Old English "iren", meaning the metal used for smoothing clothes) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past participle). The word "unironed" means not having been smoothed or pressed with an iron.

Memory Tip

Think of something that has not been smoothed out — 'un-' means not, and 'iron' refers to the tool used for smoothing clothes.

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