ironbound
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iron·bound

adjective \-ˈband\

Definition of IRONBOUND

: bound with or as if with iron: as
a : harsh, rugged <ironbound coast>
b : stern, rigorous <ironbound traditions>

First Known Use of IRONBOUND

14th century

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