toggle iron

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Definitions of toggle iron words

noun toggle iron a pin, bolt, or rod placed transversely through a chain, an eye or loop in a rope, etc., as to bind it temporarily to another chain or rope similarly treated. 1
noun toggle iron a toggle joint, or a device having one. 1
noun toggle iron an ornamental, rod-shaped button for inserting into a large buttonhole, loop, or frog, used especially on sports clothes. 1
noun toggle iron Theater. Also called toggle rail. a wooden batten across the width of a flat, for strengthening the frame. Also called toggle iron. a metal device for fastening a toggle rail to a frame. 1
verb with object toggle iron to furnish with a toggle. 1
verb with object toggle iron to bind or fasten with a toggle. 1

before 1760

One of the 46% newest English words

First recorded in 1760-70; perhaps variant of tackle

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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