1
: made of cast iron
2
: resembling cast iron: such as
a
: capable of withstanding great strain
a cast-iron stomach
b
: not admitting change, adaptation, or exception : rigid
a cast-iron will
c
British
: not likely to fail or be broken : airtight
"Clever idea, Black, getting yourself seen on a safe station platform … gave you a cast-iron excuse not to leave your hidey-hole in future, didn't it?"—
J. K. Rowling
J. K. Rowling
: a commercial alloy of iron, carbon, and silicon that is cast in a mold and is hard, brittle, nonmalleable, and incapable of being hammer-welded but more easily fusible than steel
Synonyms
Examples of cast-iron in a Sentence
Adjective
lost weight only after a cast-iron adherence to his diet
he has a cast-iron faith in his innate ability to overcome any adversity that life might throw against him
Noun
The fence is made of cast iron.
Recent Examples on the WebAbby Montanez, Robb Report, 17 May 2024
The explosion flung cast-iron slugs that had been encased with the dynamite across the interior, destroying three nearby pews, and ripped a hole in the stone floor more than a square foot in size.
—Steven Johnson, New York Times, 17 May 2024
Place a large cast-iron flat-top griddle or skillet on grill; brush with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.
3.
—Ana Calderone, Peoplemag, 15 May 2024
Make the sugar topping: Beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy; spread evenly into a cast-iron skillet.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 13 May 2024
Cook your steak over coals, in a covered gas grill, in a cast-iron pan on the stove or under the broiler.
—David Tanis, New York Times, 1 May 2024
That honor should probably go to the ensuite bathroom, the epitome of luxury living with a double glass door entry, Calacatta and Nero Marquina marble finishes, a steam shower, and a cast-iron tub wrapped in custom marble skirting.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2024
In a 9-inch cast-iron pan, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over medium heat, until the oil is hot but not smoking.
—Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2024
Made in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, Lodge’s cast-iron vessels have been the gold standard in Southern cooking for over 100 years.
—Lauren Finney Harden, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2024
Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 15 May 2024
Elsewhere, the bedroom suites are decked out with walk-in closets, and the primary bathrooms sport underfloor heating, marble vanities, and hand-finished cast iron soaking tubs.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 May 2024
Add some of the neutral oil to a flat cast iron pan and place over high heat.
—Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 12 May 2024
For nonstick performance, consider choosing cookware with ceramic coating or made from cast iron.
—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2024
Prioritize durability Certain materials — namely stainless steel and cast iron — stand out for their scratch resistance and durability.
—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2024
The site’s outdoor cookware section is bursting with grill pans, cast iron skillets, durable camping cookware, and premium grill tools.
—Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 8 May 2024
Here are 8 kitchen tools to elevate your kitchen skills:
Cast Iron Skillet
(Macy's)
A cast iron skillet can transfer directly from the stovetop to the oven.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 2 May 2024
Even the heavier items like cast iron remain stable in this organizer.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 2 May 2024
Adjective
On the main parlor level, full-length windows and a cast-iron Juliet balcony overlook the park.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 17 May 2024
The explosion flung cast-iron slugs that had been encased with the dynamite across the interior, destroying three nearby pews, and ripped a hole in the stone floor more than a square foot in size.
—Steven Johnson, New York Times, 17 May 2024
Place a large cast-iron flat-top griddle or skillet on grill; brush with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.
3.
—Ana Calderone, Peoplemag, 15 May 2024
Make the sugar topping: Beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy; spread evenly into a cast-iron skillet.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 13 May 2024
Cook your steak over coals, in a covered gas grill, in a cast-iron pan on the stove or under the broiler.
—David Tanis, New York Times, 1 May 2024
That honor should probably go to the ensuite bathroom, the epitome of luxury living with a double glass door entry, Calacatta and Nero Marquina marble finishes, a steam shower, and a cast-iron tub wrapped in custom marble skirting.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2024
In a 9-inch cast-iron pan, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over medium heat, until the oil is hot but not smoking.
—Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2024
Made in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, Lodge’s cast-iron vessels have been the gold standard in Southern cooking for over 100 years.
—Lauren Finney Harden, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2024
Noun
Read on to see other favorites to shop for less, including a best-selling cast iron skillet and a countertop ice cube maker.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 15 May 2024
Elsewhere, the bedroom suites are decked out with walk-in closets, and the primary bathrooms sport underfloor heating, marble vanities, and hand-finished cast iron soaking tubs.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 May 2024
Add some of the neutral oil to a flat cast iron pan and place over high heat.
—Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 12 May 2024
For nonstick performance, consider choosing cookware with ceramic coating or made from cast iron.
—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2024
Prioritize durability Certain materials — namely stainless steel and cast iron — stand out for their scratch resistance and durability.
—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2024
The site’s outdoor cookware section is bursting with grill pans, cast iron skillets, durable camping cookware, and premium grill tools.
—Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 8 May 2024
Here are 8 kitchen tools to elevate your kitchen skills:
Cast Iron Skillet
(Macy's)
A cast iron skillet can transfer directly from the stovetop to the oven.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 2 May 2024
Even the heavier items like cast iron remain stable in this organizer.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 2 May 2024
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