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fire irons
plural noun
- the implements used for tending a fireplace, as tongs and poker.
fire irons
plural noun
- metal fireside implements, such as poker, shovel, and tongs
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Word History and Origins
Origin of fire irons1
1250–1300; Middle English fire-yren
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Example Sentences
Suddenly, there was a considerable clatter of fire-irons, and his violent start surprised Margaret.
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The doll fell with a great crash, into the fender among the fire-irons, and there was a little burst of laughter.
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He leaned forward and struck a log with one of the fire-irons, sending a shower of sparks flying upward.
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Then when you get a good blaze, heat me one of the fire-irons.
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Miss Bruce fidgeted with the fire-irons, dropped them, and apologized.
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