1
: made of cast iron
2
: resembling cast iron: such as
a
: capable of withstanding great strain
a cast-iron stomach
b
: not admitting change, adaptation, or exception : rigid
a cast-iron will
c
British
: not likely to fail or be broken : airtight
"Clever idea, Black, getting yourself seen on a safe station platform … gave you a cast-iron excuse not to leave your hidey-hole in future, didn't it?"—
J. K. Rowling
J. K. Rowling
: a commercial alloy of iron, carbon, and silicon that is cast in a mold and is hard, brittle, nonmalleable, and incapable of being hammer-welded but more easily fusible than steel
Synonyms
Examples of cast-iron in a Sentence
Adjective
lost weight only after a cast-iron adherence to his diet
he has a cast-iron faith in his innate ability to overcome any adversity that life might throw against him
Noun
The fence is made of cast iron.
Recent Examples on the WebDavid Tanis, New York Times, 1 May 2024
That honor should probably go to the ensuite bathroom, the epitome of luxury living with a double glass door entry, Calacatta and Nero Marquina marble finishes, a steam shower, and a cast-iron tub wrapped in custom marble skirting.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2024
In a 9-inch cast-iron pan, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over medium heat, until the oil is hot but not smoking.
—Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2024
Made in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, Lodge’s cast-iron vessels have been the gold standard in Southern cooking for over 100 years.
—Lauren Finney Harden, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2024
Now The cast-iron griddle was a post-separation acquisition.
—Emily Farris, Bon Appétit, 12 Apr. 2024
Instead use cast-iron, stainless steel, glass or enamel products.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 10 Apr. 2024
Heat a nonstick or well-seasoned cast-iron skillet over medium-high and add the remaining 1 tablespoon sesame oil.
—Melissa Clark, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2024
Melt 1½ teaspoons of the butter in a large cast-iron skillet over medium.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 9 Apr. 2024
Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2024
The site’s outdoor cookware section is bursting with grill pans, cast iron skillets, durable camping cookware, and premium grill tools.
—Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 8 May 2024
Here are 8 kitchen tools to elevate your kitchen skills:
Cast Iron Skillet
(Macy's)
A cast iron skillet can transfer directly from the stovetop to the oven.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 2 May 2024
Even the heavier items like cast iron remain stable in this organizer.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 2 May 2024
It’s made from durable cast iron that retains and distributes heat evenly while being naturally nonstick.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 20 Apr. 2024
In a large cast iron skillet over medium heat, melt butter.
—Adriene Rathbun, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Apr. 2024
Inspired by the Tennessee icon herself, this cast iron skillet features a profile view of Dolly looking at a butterfly in flight.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2024
The streets became a gritty wasteland until the 1950s and ‘60’s, when artists seeking cheap space began to move into the vast, lofty spaces contained within the distinctive cast iron facades that line the area’s cobblestone streets.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2024
Adjective
Cook your steak over coals, in a covered gas grill, in a cast-iron pan on the stove or under the broiler.
—David Tanis, New York Times, 1 May 2024
That honor should probably go to the ensuite bathroom, the epitome of luxury living with a double glass door entry, Calacatta and Nero Marquina marble finishes, a steam shower, and a cast-iron tub wrapped in custom marble skirting.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2024
In a 9-inch cast-iron pan, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over medium heat, until the oil is hot but not smoking.
—Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2024
Made in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, Lodge’s cast-iron vessels have been the gold standard in Southern cooking for over 100 years.
—Lauren Finney Harden, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2024
Now The cast-iron griddle was a post-separation acquisition.
—Emily Farris, Bon Appétit, 12 Apr. 2024
Instead use cast-iron, stainless steel, glass or enamel products.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 10 Apr. 2024
Heat a nonstick or well-seasoned cast-iron skillet over medium-high and add the remaining 1 tablespoon sesame oil.
—Melissa Clark, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2024
Melt 1½ teaspoons of the butter in a large cast-iron skillet over medium.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 9 Apr. 2024
Noun
Prioritize durability Certain materials — namely stainless steel and cast iron — stand out for their scratch resistance and durability.
—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2024
The site’s outdoor cookware section is bursting with grill pans, cast iron skillets, durable camping cookware, and premium grill tools.
—Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 8 May 2024
Here are 8 kitchen tools to elevate your kitchen skills:
Cast Iron Skillet
(Macy's)
A cast iron skillet can transfer directly from the stovetop to the oven.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 2 May 2024
Even the heavier items like cast iron remain stable in this organizer.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 2 May 2024
It’s made from durable cast iron that retains and distributes heat evenly while being naturally nonstick.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 20 Apr. 2024
In a large cast iron skillet over medium heat, melt butter.
—Adriene Rathbun, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Apr. 2024
Inspired by the Tennessee icon herself, this cast iron skillet features a profile view of Dolly looking at a butterfly in flight.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2024
The streets became a gritty wasteland until the 1950s and ‘60’s, when artists seeking cheap space began to move into the vast, lofty spaces contained within the distinctive cast iron facades that line the area’s cobblestone streets.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2024
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“Cast-iron.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cast-iron. Accessed 14 May. 2024.
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