WROUGHT IRON Definition & Meaning

wrought iron

a form of iron, almost entirely free of carbon and having a fibrous structure including a uniformly distributed slag content, that is readily forged and welded.

wrought iron

1. a pure form of iron having a low carbon content and a fibrous microstructure. It is made by various processes and is often used for decorative work
2. ( as modifier )
  wrought-iron gates

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First recorded in 1670–80

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All that remains are the wrought iron front doors.

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The steps to the quaint K-8 campus were left standing, along with the sign on the wrought iron gate.

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All of the medals from the Paris Games also feature an 18-gram, hexagonal piece of wrought iron from the Eiffel Tower.

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“Solar radiation heats the wrought iron, making it expand, which causes the tower to move slightly,” Monty explained.

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Despite its derelict state, there are reminders of its better days - a marble-floored reception hall, a large pool and wrought iron railings.

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