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Definition of iron woman in English: iron womannoun ˌʌɪən ˈwʊmən 1Chiefly literary (frequently derogatory). A woman regarded as hard-hearted or unfeeling; a strong, determined, or unyielding woman. 2A woman who is hardy, robust, or capable of great endurance; now specifically a powerful female athlete, especially one who excels in endurance events.
Origin Mid 19th century. From iron + woman, after iron man. Definition of iron woman in US English: iron womannounˌʌɪən ˈwʊmən 1Chiefly literary (frequently derogatory). A woman regarded as hard-hearted or unfeeling; a strong, determined, or unyielding woman. 2A woman who is hardy, robust, or capable of great endurance; now specifically a powerful female athlete, especially one who excels in endurance events.
Origin Mid 19th century. From iron + woman, after iron man. |