hoop iron

American  

noun

1. iron in the form of thin strips for bonding masonry, holding barrels together, etc.

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Etymology

Origin of hoop iron

First recorded in 1810–20

Example Sentences

A bit of hoop iron forms a convenient blade, and is sharpened by being hammered into notches along one edge, using the sharp end of a hammer head.

From On Laboratory Arts by Threlfall, Richard

In the top layer hoop iron or fencing wire is let in for fastening down the wall plates.

From Cottage Building in Cob, Pisé, Chalk and Clay a Renaissance (2nd edition) by Williams-Ellis, Clough

Iron is used in the form of rods, 1/2-inch in diameter, or of nails, or of hoop iron.

From A Text-book of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. by Beringer, Cornelius

This, of course, makes very strong, sound work, and does not involve any delay or dirt like grouting, or the introduction of any fresh material like hoop iron.

From Scientific American Supplement, No. 601, July 9, 1887 by Various

The frames for doors and windows are placed in position at the right time, and anchored into the walls by means of long hoop iron ties.

From Cottage Building in Cob, Pisé, Chalk and Clay a Renaissance (2nd edition) by Williams-Ellis, Clough