ferrous
1 synonyms and 1 antonyms for ferrous, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Containing or relating to iron.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use ferrous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin ferrum, "iron."
Full origin of ferrous →Frequently asked questions
What does “ferrous” mean?
The word “ferrous” means containing or relating to iron. In plain terms, relating to iron — "ferrous metals" is a common term in recycling and metalwork for iron-based materials.
How do you pronounce “ferrous”?
“Ferrous” is pronounced FEH-ruhs (/ˈfɛɹəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “ferrous” in a sentence?
Here is “ferrous” used in a sentence: “Ferrous metals like steel are attracted to magnets, unlike aluminium.”
What is the opposite of “ferrous”?
The opposite of “ferrous” — its antonyms — is nonferrous.
What part of speech is “ferrous”?
“Ferrous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “ferrous” come from?
The word “ferrous” comes from Latin. From Latin ferrum, "iron.".
How many meanings does “ferrous” have?
“Ferrous” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: containing or relating to iron.