bad iron
Asked in: SSC CGL 2023 T-1
bad iron in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CGL 2023 T-1 Idioms & Phrases
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Bad ironAnswer & explanation
Answer: D) Bad luck
Answer: Bad luck
Solution:
• The idiom "bad iron" is an old-fashioned or less common expression that symbolically refers to bad luck or misfortune (दुर्भाग्य).
• It's based on the idea that "iron" was once considered a powerful or lucky metal — so "bad iron" implies unlucky circumstances.
• Other options:
• Bad behaviour – incorrect
• No steam – doesn’t relate to this idiom
• Not hot – literal meaning, not idiomatic
• Therefore, the most appropriate meaning is: Bad luck.
bad iron – questions
Has bad iron been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – bad iron has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CGL 2023 T-1.