iron
US /aɪrn/
UK /aɪən/
名词
1.
铁
a strong, hard magnetic silvery-grey metal, much used as a material for construction and manufacturing.
示例:
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The bridge was built with steel and iron.
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Many ancient tools were made of iron.
2.
a handheld appliance with a flat, heated surface, used to smooth clothes and remove wrinkles.
示例:
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She used an electric iron to press her shirt.
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Make sure the iron is unplugged after use.
动词
to smooth (clothes or other textiles) with an iron.
示例:
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I need to iron my shirt before the meeting.
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Can you please iron these trousers for me?
形容词
made of iron.
示例:
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The old gate was made of heavy iron bars.
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He wore an iron mask.