Containing iron, especially in the form of iron with a valency of two.
ferr+ous
Shared component: ferr · iron
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ferr
iron
Related forms: ferr · 7 words in this dictionary
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Shared components, not spelling prefixesa ring or cap, typically a metal one, which strengthens the end of a handle, stick, or tube and prevents it from splitting or wearing.
ferr+ule
Shared component: ferr · iron
a protein produced in the body that stores iron and releases it when needed.
ferr+it+in
Shared component: ferr · iron
ferretExtended relation
A small, domesticated mammal of the weasel family, often kept for hunting rabbits or as a pet.
Extended relation: ferr · iron
ferricExtended relation
Relating to or containing iron, especially in its trivalent state (Fe³⁺).
ferr+ic
Extended relation: ferr · iron
farrierExtended relation
A person who shoes horses.
ferr+ier
Extended relation: ferr · iron
nonferrousExtended relation
(of a metal) not containing iron or not consisting mainly of iron.
non+ferrous
Extended relation: ferr · iron