Definition

1. Noun:
   • An L-shaped metal bracket: A piece of metal, typically steel, with a cross-section forming a right angle (90 degrees). It is used in construction and manufacturing to provide structural support, reinforcement, or framing.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The carpenter used an angle iron to reinforce the corner of the wooden frame.
  • These shelves are supported by sturdy angle irons bolted to the wall.

Advanced Usage

• Structural Component: In engineering, an angle iron is a standard structural shape, often specified by its leg lengths and thickness (e.g., 2" x 2" x 1/4" angle iron).
  • The design calls for a 3-inch angle iron along the entire length of the beam for added strength.

Variants and Related Words

• Angle bar: Another term for angle iron.
• Steel angle: Specifies the material, often used interchangeably with angle iron.
• L-bracket: A general term for any bracket shaped like an 'L', which can be made of metal, plastic, or wood. An angle iron is a specific type of metal L-bracket.

Synonyms

• L-bracket
• Angle bracket
• Corner brace

Related Phrases

• Angle iron frame: A structure built using angle irons as the primary material.
  • The workbench has a solid angle iron frame.
• Angle iron support: Refers to the use of an angle iron for bracing or holding something up.
  • The old sign was held in place by a rusted angle iron support.

Noun

1. an L-shaped metal bracket