English Explanatory Dictionary

iron maiden

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A falsely or neo-medieval torture device invented in the 18th century consisting of a chamber lined with spikes which closes upon and impales the victim inside.

Word forms

iron maiden iron maidens
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