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    Fer (en. Iron)

    /fɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Chemical element with the symbol Fe, used in the manufacture of many alloys.
    Iron is essential for the production of steel.
    Le fer est essentiel pour la production d'acier.
    Metal in bars or sheets used to construct structures.
    The iron beams support the building.
    Les poutres en fer soutiennent le bâtiment.
    Object made of iron, such as a nail or a grate.
    The iron of the grate is rusty.
    Le fer de la grille est rouillé.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'ferrum'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have iron in one's legs
    To be tired or worn out from intense activity.
    avoir du fer dans les jambes
    to close the iron
    To stop an activity or a broadcast.
    fermer le fer
    to make a fuss over nothing
    To make a drama out of a situation unnecessarily.
    en faire tout un fer

    Related Words

    blacksmith
    Craftsman who works with iron.
    ferronnier
    ironware
    Iron element used to fasten or lock.
    ferrure
    sheet metal worker
    Craftsman who works with iron sheet.
    ferblantier

    Slang Meanings

    Iron means money in slang language.
    He won quite a bit of money at poker.
    Il a gagné pas mal de fer au poker.
    Used to signify strength or power.
    It takes strength to defend one's ideas.
    Il faut du fer pour défendre ses idées.