ironbound

American  

[ahy-ern-bound] / ˈaɪ ərnˈbaʊnd /

adjective

1. bound with iron.

2. rock-bound; rugged.

3. hard; rigid; unyielding.

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ironbound British  

/ ˈaɪənˌbaʊnd /

adjective

1. bound with iron

2. unyielding; inflexible

3. (of a coast) rocky; rugged

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Etymology

Origin of ironbound

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; iron, -bound ¹

Example Sentences

At Los Angeles’ storied Rogue Machine Theatre, he volleys dialogue with actor Marin Ireland while rehearsing an upcoming performance of the play “Ironbound” as part of his decades-long passion project.

From Los Angeles Times

Bernthal, Bitton and Goreshter hope that by launching the festival with a high-level production like “Ironbound,” locals and visitors alike will be motivated to participate and support their efforts for years to come.

From Los Angeles Times

All “Ironbound” rehearsals will be open to the public, and local students are involved in the production.

From Los Angeles Times

He and his co-artistic directors will launch the Ojai Theatre Festival with their inaugural production, “Ironbound.”

From Los Angeles Times

Ironbound Farm and Ciderhouse’s Harrison Heritage Collection features ciders made from the nearly lost Harrison apple, a variety they’ve been instrumental in reviving.

From Salon