Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Iron Maiden.
Iron Maiden - as a noun
Instrument of torture consisting of a hollow iron frame shaped like the human body and lined with spikes to impale the victim
Example Sentences
"The iron maiden was a medieval torture device shaped like a coffin with spikes on the inside."
"The history museum had a display of an authentic iron maiden from the 16th century."
"Many people mistakenly believe that Iron Maiden invented the iron maiden torture device, but that is not true."
"The iron maiden was a medieval torture device."
"The iron maiden's spikes were terrifying."