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

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wrought iron

“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 ● Oct. 24, 2025

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 ● Jun. 4, 2025

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

From BBC ● Mar. 1, 2024

The wrought iron works, some with delicate wings, others religious and ironic, are on display in the U.S.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 23, 2024

We could hear the whoops and hollers and splashing as soon as we walked up the driveway to a wrought iron gate standing ajar as if it were personally saying, Come on in.

From "It All Comes Down to This" by Karen English