iron-on

[ ahy-ern-on, -awn ]

adjective

1. designed to be applied with heat and pressure, as by an iron:

   an iron-on patch for pants.

noun

1. a design, patch, or the like, applied by ironing on.

Word History and Origins

Origin of iron-on¹

First recorded in 1955–60; noun use of verb phrase iron on

Example Sentences

“For tears in curtains or drapes, consider using iron-on fabric patches or fabric glue for a quick fix,” says Zina Shikhanova upholsterer and curtain expert with ZCurtains.

From Seattle Times

I also explained to customers how the authentic jerseys with sewn-on letters and numbers were of much higher quality, durability, and historical significance than the replica jerseys with iron-on letters and numbers.

From Los Angeles Times

Photos also can be converted to iron-on transfers, Mak says, and applied to a long piece of fabric.

From Washington Post

The Welsh government will look at whether schools should have no logo, or use iron-on logos free of charge.

From BBC

In response to a surge of threats from men at previous shows — and perhaps bracing herself for a more masculine crowd — lead singer Kathleen Hanna famously appeared in a homemade red body-con dress with white iron-on letters that posed a dare to her detractors: “KILL ME.”

From Los Angeles Times