wrought iron

American  

noun

1. 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.

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wrought iron British  

noun

1. 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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Other Word Forms

• wrought-iron adjective

Etymology

Origin of wrought iron

First recorded in 1670–80

Example Sentences

The district is also working on “the design of a new permanent wrought iron fence...that will allow for public view of the park, while permanently securing the site.”

From Los Angeles Times

“Accessing the parlor level, Carrara marble stairs rise with mahogany bannisters, reinforced at the landings with wrought iron bars that provide both safety and beauty-an architectural detail that reflects the craftsmanship carried throughout the home.”

From MarketWatch

They are laid at the base of a black wrought iron gate, which doubles as a portal between public and private realms and the inescapable suggestion of prison bars.

From Los Angeles Times

I have stood in the ashes of that home, watching my wife, Carly, sifting through the fragments to see what survived a fire so hot it melted wrought iron and thick antique glass.

From Los Angeles Times

All that remains are the wrought iron front doors.

From Los Angeles Times