andiron meaning

UK US /ˈændaɪɚn/ 3 syllables

andiron (noun): metal supports for logs in a fireplace.

Definition of andiron

  1. metal supports for logs in a fireplace
    • the andirons were too hot to touch

    Synonyms: firedog, dog, dog-iron

    Type of: support

How to pronounce andiron

andiron is pronounced /ˈændaɪɚn/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Scrabble score: 8 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with AN · words ending in ON · 7-letter words

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