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.
Recent Examples on the Web
Ornate ironwork pops up in gates, passageways, homes, and churches around Charleston.
—
Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 3 June 2025
Unique details abound in the firm’s projects, from fanciful ironwork to bold wall treatments to unexpected color palettes, and the team isn’t afraid to push clients out of their comfort zones.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2025
The highlight, though, is room 11, The Terrace Suite, created from the attic of the original building and apart from the other design details featuring original brick chimneys, an ironwork fourposter, a complete kitchen and a sizeable terrace overlooking the street.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
The original owner, William Winslow, manufactured decorative ironwork and had met Wright through his work at Adler & Sullivan.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 8 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for ironwork
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 3 June 2025
Unique details abound in the firm’s projects, from fanciful ironwork to bold wall treatments to unexpected color palettes, and the team isn’t afraid to push clients out of their comfort zones.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2025
The highlight, though, is room 11, The Terrace Suite, created from the attic of the original building and apart from the other design details featuring original brick chimneys, an ironwork fourposter, a complete kitchen and a sizeable terrace overlooking the street.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
The original owner, William Winslow, manufactured decorative ironwork and had met Wright through his work at Adler & Sullivan.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 8 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for ironwork
Cite this Entry
“Ironwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ironwork. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share