Definition of "iron"

Kid-friendly meaning of iron, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "iron" mean?

iron (noun) — a strong gray metal used to make many tools and buildings.

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Example sentences using "iron"

Grade K–2
Iron is heavy.
Grade 3–5
The old iron gate at the front of the garden creaked loudly when it opened.
Grade 6–8
Iron is one of the most common metals on Earth, but pure iron rusts quickly outdoors, so almost everything we use is actually steel, which is iron mixed with carbon.

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