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ironwoman

American  
[ahy-ern-woom-uhn] / ˈaɪ ərnˌwʊm ən /

noun

plural

ironwomen
  1. a female worker or athlete of great physical endurance who can be depended upon to perform a given task or job tirelessly.


Example Sentences

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This year that was the indefatigable Barbara Hannigan, for whom the festival became an ironwoman musical triathlon of exacting singing, vital conducting and inspiring mentoring.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2019