ironwork
noun
iron·work
ˈī(-ə)rn-ˌwərk 
1
: work in iron
also
: something made of iron
2
ironworks plural in form but singular or plural in construction
: a mill or building where iron or steel is smelted or heavy iron or steel products are made
Examples of ironwork in a Sentence
We admired the ironwork in front of the house.
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After the automatic front doors swing guests into the lobby, an ironwork chandelier, olive-green velour curtains, and a humming fireplace dress the Hotel Chelsea in a confidently maximalist wardrobe.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Peak lapels and shirt collar tips were slightly reshaped through pattern engineering and ironwork, while oxford shirts were cut on the bias to create natural drape.
—Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes.com, 18 Jan. 2026
If the beautiful ironwork pieces from Cox London and vintage filigree got together, this sconce would be their love child.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 7 Jan. 2026
The limestone and brick façade had curves and columns, leaded glass and fancy ironwork, arched windows and rough stone lintels.
—Will Ellis, Curbed, 6 Jan. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Peak lapels and shirt collar tips were slightly reshaped through pattern engineering and ironwork, while oxford shirts were cut on the bias to create natural drape.
—Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes.com, 18 Jan. 2026
If the beautiful ironwork pieces from Cox London and vintage filigree got together, this sconce would be their love child.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 7 Jan. 2026
The limestone and brick façade had curves and columns, leaded glass and fancy ironwork, arched windows and rough stone lintels.
—Will Ellis, Curbed, 6 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for ironwork
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“Ironwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ironwork. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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