Ironmonger

Pronunciation: /ˈaɪərnˌmʌŋɡər/

Definitions of ironmonger

noun a store that sells hardware, especially iron goods

Example Sentences

A1 My uncle works as an ironmonger, selling tools and hardware.

A2 I visited the local ironmonger to buy some nails for my DIY project.

B1 The ironmonger recommended a sturdy lock for our new garden shed.

B2 The old ironmonger shop in town has been in business for over 50 years.

C1 The ironmonger's expertise in metalwork and craftsmanship is highly respected.

C2 As a seasoned ironmonger, he was able to create custom-made wrought iron gates for his clients.

Examples of ironmonger in a Sentence

formal The ironmonger specializes in selling hardware and metal goods.

informal I need to stop by the ironmonger to pick up some nails for my project.

slang Let's hit up the ironmonger for some tools before we start working on the car.

figurative She was like an ironmonger, always ready with the right tool for any situation.

Grammatical Forms of ironmonger

• plural: ironmongers
• comparative: more ironmonger
• superlative: most ironmonger
• present tense: ironmongers
• future tense: will ironmonger
• perfect tense: have ironmongered
• continuous tense: is ironmongering
• singular: ironmonger
• positive degree: ironmonger
• infinitive: to ironmonger
• gerund: ironmongering
• participle: ironmongered

Origin and Evolution of ironmonger

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'ironmonger' originated from the combination of 'iron' and 'monger', with 'monger' meaning 'seller' or 'dealer'. It refers to a person who sells iron goods.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'ironmonger' has evolved to encompass not just sellers of iron goods, but also those who deal in various metal products and hardware items.