Ironmonger

/ˈaɪərnmɑːŋɡər/
noun

A person who sells or makes items made of iron.

I needed to buy some nails and tools so I visited the local ironmonger.
Visual representation of "ironmonger" - A person who sells or makes items made of iron

Often appears as...

  • local ironmonger
  • ironmonger shop
noun

A store where iron goods and hardware are sold.

He works in an ironmonger on Main street.
Visual representation of "ironmonger" - A store where iron goods and hardware are sold

Often appears as...

  • visit the ironmonger
  • at the ironmonger
noun

A person who sells or makes items made of iron.

I needed to buy some nails and tools so I visited the local ironmonger.
Visual representation of "ironmonger" - A person who sells or makes items made of iron

Often appears as...

  • local ironmonger
  • ironmonger shop
noun

A store where iron goods and hardware are sold.

He works in an ironmonger on Main street.
Visual representation of "ironmonger" - A store where iron goods and hardware are sold

Often appears as...

  • visit the ironmonger
  • at the ironmonger
Definition 1 of 2
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Historical Context

The term is less common now but evokes traditional, old-fashioned trade.

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My grandfather was an ironmonger, working with his hands.
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Profession Specific

Refers to someone skilled in working with iron and related trades.

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The ironmonger crafted a custom gate for the old manor.
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Local Commerce

Implies a local, community-focused business rather than a large chain.

Illustration for Local Commerce
Support your local ironmonger and shop there for your hardware.
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Historical Context

The term is less common now but evokes traditional, old-fashioned trade.

Illustration for Historical Context
My grandfather was an ironmonger, working with his hands.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Profession Specific

Refers to someone skilled in working with iron and related trades.

Illustration for Profession Specific
The ironmonger crafted a custom gate for the old manor.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Local Commerce

Implies a local, community-focused business rather than a large chain.

Illustration for Local Commerce
Support your local ironmonger and shop there for your hardware.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Historical Context

The term is less common now but evokes traditional, old-fashioned trade.

Illustration for Historical Context
My grandfather was an ironmonger, working with his hands.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Profession Specific

Refers to someone skilled in working with iron and related trades.

Illustration for Profession Specific
The ironmonger crafted a custom gate for the old manor.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Local Commerce

Implies a local, community-focused business rather than a large chain.

Illustration for Local Commerce
Support your local ironmonger and shop there for your hardware.
Visual representation of the word "Ironmonger"

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