Meaning of the word "Flat iron" in English

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Flat iron

US /ˈflæt ˌaɪərn/
UK /ˈflæt ˌaɪən/

Noun

1.

an electric tool with two heated plates that is used to straighten or curl hair

Example:
She used a flat iron to get her hair perfectly straight.
My old flat iron broke, so I need to buy a new one.
2.

a cut of beef from the shoulder, typically tender and flavorful

Example:
We grilled a delicious flat iron steak for dinner.
The butcher recommended the flat iron for its tenderness.