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plane iron

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noun Carpentry.

the blade of a plane.

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Origin of plane iron

First recorded in 1575–85

Dictionary.com Unabridged Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2019

Examples from the Web for plane iron

The natural tendency of the plane-iron is to split the wood in front of the iron in such cases (Fig. 628).
Woodworking for Beginners|Charles Gardner Wheeler
But look out for your fingers when you do this, for a plane-iron in this position has a great appetite for finger-tips.
Woodworking for Beginners|Charles Gardner Wheeler
Do not drag the plane-iron over the work in returning it for another stroke, as it will dull its edge.
The Boy Craftsman|A. Neely Hall
This helps to counteract the result of any tendency to tip the plane to one side or any inaccuracy in setting the plane-iron.
Woodworking for Beginners|Charles Gardner Wheeler

Loosen the plane-iron cap and screw it down at right angles to the plane iron, also reverse the tool rest as shown in the sketch.
The Boy Mechanic, Book 2|Various