fire irons

plural noun

1. the implements used for tending a fireplace, as tongs and poker.

fire irons

plural noun

1. metal fireside implements, such as poker, shovel, and tongs

Word History and Origins

Origin of fire irons¹

1250–1300; Middle English fire-yren

Example Sentences

Suddenly, there was a considerable clatter of fire-irons, and his violent start surprised Margaret.

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The doll fell with a great crash, into the fender among the fire-irons, and there was a little burst of laughter.

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He leaned forward and struck a log with one of the fire-irons, sending a shower of sparks flying upward.

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Then when you get a good blaze, heat me one of the fire-irons.

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Miss Bruce fidgeted with the fire-irons, dropped them, and apologized.

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