Dog-iron (Noun)
Meaning
Metal supports for logs in a fireplace; "the andirons were too hot to touch".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The dog-iron in the fireplace was ornately designed with a lion's head at the top.
- She carefully placed the logs between the dog-iron, making sure they were securely supported.
- The dog-iron was too hot to touch after being in the fireplace all evening.
- He adjusted the dog-iron to ensure even burning of the wood throughout the night.
- As she cleaned the fireplace, she carefully lifted out the heavy dog-iron to examine it for soot buildup.