What is another word for Ironbound?

Pronunciation: [ˈa͡ɪ͡ənba͡ʊnd] (IPA)

The word "ironbound" means bound or fixed by iron, or an area surrounded by iron. Synonyms for this word include "encased", "enclosed", "locked", "constrained", "restricted", "fenced", "barred", and "trapped". In regards to geography, the synonyms for "ironbound" include "peninsular", "insular", and "corridor". The word can also be associated with phrases like "fortified", "reinforced", and "shielded". It is often used to describe objects or areas that are difficult to access or penetrate. No matter the context, synonyms for "ironbound" all refer to something that is fixed or difficult to move.

What are the hypernyms for Ironbound?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Ironbound

Directly after some one rapped lightly on the pavement of the yard, and in a few minutes the heavy Ironbound oak doors opened and a woman's hand beckoned to the late guest, who glided swiftly along in the narrow line of shadow cast by the house and vanished through the entrance.
"The Complete Historical Romances of Georg Ebers"
Georg Ebers
It was a vertical wooden cylinder, like a huge, Ironbound, straight sided cask, thirty feet high and wide, standing on its bottom.
"The Planet Strappers"
Raymond Zinke Gallun
Mr. Sweet had just started toward the flap to ascertain the cause of the commotion when the boys entered, and, thinking himself about to be attacked, leaped quickly back as he seized an Ironbound stake.
"The Adventures of a Country Boy at a Country Fair"
James Otis

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