branding iron

• Herramienta metálica que se calienta y se usa para marcar a fuego una marca o símbolo permanente en la piel del ganado, especialmente vacuno, para indicar propiedad. También puede referirse a un instrumento empleado para marcar objetos de madera o artículos de cuero.

A metal tool heated and used to burn a permanent mark or symbol onto the skin of livestock, especially cattle, to indicate ownership. It can also refer to a tool used for branding wooden items or leather goods.

1. Tool for marking livestockB2formal

   A metal tool heated in a fire and used to burn a permanent mark (brand) onto the skin of livestock, especially cattle, to indicate ownership.

   hierro de marcar

   • The rancher heated the branding iron in the fire.
   • Each farm has its own unique branding iron design.
   • The branding iron left a clear mark on the calf's hide.