iron-plated
/ˈʌɪənˌpleɪtɪd/Now chiefly historical
adjective
1Covered, protected, or strengthened by a plate or plates of iron.
2Specifically. Of a warship: protected by plates of iron or steel.
Origin
Mid 17th century; earliest use found in Henry Hexham (fl. 1601–1650), soldier and author. From iron + plated.
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