| 单词 | ironclad |
| 释义 | ironclad (once / 6463 pages) adjn Something ironclad is either covered in iron for protection or protected in a different way. An ironclad guarantee can’t be broken or taken back. Originally, this word was very literal: an ironclad battleship was clad (covered) in iron. Since then, this word is more metaphorical, though it still applies to things you can trust. An ironclad contract is unbreakable. An ironclad promise can be believed wholeheartedly. If you were arrested on ironclad charges, you’re going to be found guilty. WORD FAMILYironclad: ironclads USAGE EXAMPLESWhy are we supposed to believe, as ironclad certainties, the judgment of intelligence officials who recently failed to anticipate the rise of Islamic State? Wall Street Journal(Jan 02, 2017) The statement reaffirmed Washington’s “ironclad commitment” to defend its allies, using “the full spectrum of US extended deterrence capabilities.” The Guardian(Jan 01, 2017) Islamic State did not appear to demand such ironclad commitments. Washington Times(Dec 21, 2016) 1adj inflexibly entrenched and unchangeable an ironclad rule Syn brassbound inflexible incapable of change 2adj sheathed in iron plates for protection Syn sheathed enclosed in a protective covering; sometimes used in combination 3n a wooden warship of the 19th century that is plated with iron or steel armor Hyper combat ship, war vessel, warship a government ship that is available for waging war |
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