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The bamboo frame is light and easy to move, while the interior ironware is sturdy and delivers a soothing sound.
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Kate Mcgregor, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Mar. 2023
The fireplace has big antique hooks and ironware, used for cooking centuries ago.
—Linda Laban, USA TODAY, 16 Feb. 2020
Kate Mcgregor, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Mar. 2023
The fireplace has big antique hooks and ironware, used for cooking centuries ago.
—Linda Laban, USA TODAY, 16 Feb. 2020
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First Known Use
15th century, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of ironware was
in the 15th century
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“Ironware.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ironware. Accessed 3 Jun. 2023.
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ironware
noun
iron·ware
ˈī(-ə)rn-ˌwa(ə)r 
-ˌwe(ə)r
: articles made of iron
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