Adventures in Etymology 26 – Iron

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Today we’re getting elemental and delving into the origins of the word iron [ˈaɪ.ən/ˈaɪ.ɚn]. Definition: an element which usually takes the form of a hard, dark-grey metal that can be used to make steel. an electrical device with a flat metal base that heats up and is used to remove creases from clothes. [source] It […]