Table of contents

1 Etymology 2 Noun 2.1 Translations 3 Related words 4 Further reading

Etymology

Derived from the working of this form of iron; wrought is the old past and past participle of to work, a wrought metal is one that is hammered into shape. See cast iron for comparison

Noun

wrought iron

1. a tough, malleable, ductile form of iron that is not cast, suitable for welding

Translations

• Finnish: takorauta

Related words

• iron
• cast iron
• pig iron

Further reading

• Wikipedia article on wrought iron