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ironed

 

[ ˈaɪərnd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

clothing care

The term 'ironed' refers to the process of smoothing or pressing clothes using a heated iron. This technique helps remove wrinkles and creases from fabrics, ensuring that garments look crisp and well-maintained. Ironing is commonly done on items such as shirts, dresses, and trousers to enhance their appearance before wearing or presenting. It is often considered an essential part of garment care, especially for professional attire.

Synonyms

flattened, pressed, smoothed

Examples of usage

  • She ironed her shirt before the interview.
  • He always irons his clothes on Sundays.
  • The dress was beautifully ironed and ready for the event.

Translations

Translations of the word "ironed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 passado a ferro

🇮🇳 इस्त्री किया हुआ

🇩🇪 gebügelt

🇮🇩 disetrika

🇺🇦 погладжений

🇵🇱 wyprasowany

🇯🇵 アイロンがけされた

🇫🇷 repassé

🇪🇸 planchado

🇹🇷 ütülen

🇰🇷 다림질된

🇸🇦 مكوي

🇨🇿 vyžehlený

🇸🇰 vyžehlený

🇨🇳 熨斗过的

🇸🇮 likan

🇮🇸 járnsett

🇰🇿 темірленген

🇬🇪 ჩადებული

🇦🇿 dəmirdən keçmiş

🇲🇽 planchado

Word origin

The word 'iron' originates from the Old English word 'iren,' which can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic *īsarną and the Proto-Indo-European root *aes- meaning 'to smelt or melt.' The verb form 'ironed' emerges as the past tense of 'iron,' which became a transitive verb in English signifying the action of using a heated metallic tool to smooth out fabric. The practice of ironing gained popularity in the 19th century with the advent of domestic appliances, making it an essential household chore. Initially, heavy metal plates were used for pressing, evolving into the modern electric irons we use today.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,143, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.