iron-sick en · ADJ
Etymology
From iron + sick.
Meanings
- Denoting ironwork that loose or corroded; said of a ship where the bolts and nails are so degraded with rust as to cause leaks.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most iron-sick | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| ironsick | alternative | lexicographic | |
| more iron-sick | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |