ironwork

noun

iron·​work ˈī(-ə)rn-ˌwərk How to pronounce ironwork (audio)
1
: work in iron
also : something made of iron
2
ironworks plural in form but singular or plural in construction : a mill or building where iron or steel is smelted or heavy iron or steel products are made
ironworker
ˈī(-ə)rn-ˌwər-kər How to pronounce ironwork (audio)
noun

Examples of ironwork in a Sentence

We admired the ironwork in front of the house.
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Ornate ironwork, bridges, waterfalls, a snaking river, and lush landscaping make this an enjoyable spot to stroll and relax. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026 Up a twisting staircase, a private room bathed in sunlight houses two freestanding oak cabinets laced with intricate ironwork. — ABC News, 9 June 2026 The party was woven into daily life in these hilltop communities, as Welsh as the mines and ironworks, the chapels and libraries, the male-voice choirs and rugby. — Alexander Smith, NBC news, 6 May 2026 Shelving inspired by the ironwork of the Eiffel Tower runs alongside art deco geometric patterns and lush greenery nodding to the grand Parisian gardens. — Pooja Mistry, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ironwork

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of ironwork was in the 15th century

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“Ironwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ironwork. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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ironwork

noun
iron·​work -ˌwərk How to pronounce ironwork (audio)
1
: work in iron
2
plural : a mill or building where iron or steel is smelted or heavy iron or steel products are made
ironworker
-ˌwər-kər How to pronounce ironwork (audio)
noun

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