Ironsides
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- proper noun
- Archaic
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Ironsides
- Ironsides is a powerful name!
Examples
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He was called Ironsides by his friends because nothing seemed to defeat him.
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The old warship, known as Ironsides, survived many fierce naval battles.
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Oliver Cromwell earned the nickname Ironsides for his leadership and toughness in battle.
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Oliver Cromwell was often referred to as Ironsides for his military strength.
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Oliver Cromwell's troops were known as the Ironsides because of their exceptional resilience in battle.
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The battleship was nicknamed Ironsides due to its formidable strength and robust design.
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Many considered him an Ironsides of his time, facing challenges with unwavering strength and determination.
Synonyms
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9.9
A very strong and brave person
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7.5
A person with great strength and endurance who finishes long races of swimming, cycling and running
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A man with a very strong body who can keep working or moving for a long time
A famous American warship from the War of 1812 now a museum in Boston
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Etymology
Ironsides was a nickname for very tough people and things, like Oliver Cromwell or hard‑fighting soldiers. It comes from iron ('strong metal') plus sides ('the parts that face danger'), giving the picture of someone whose sides are as strong as iron. So, being called Ironsides means you are hard to defeat.