From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishsteam ironˈsteam iron noun [countable] DHan electric iron that produces steam in order to make clothes easier to press smooth
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steam iron• I have one rule - I never use a steam iron on my lace jumpers.• I could not live without a steam iron, or an electric kettle.• Throwaway society Over the last year, I have had to replace my steam iron and hairdryer that had both developed faults.• The old cracked mug, the steam iron, odd pieces of cutlery and the reading lamp. 