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white lead
[ led ]
noun
- a white, heavy powder, basic lead carbonate, 2PbCO 3 â PČú(°ż±á) 2 , used as a pigment, in putty, and in medicinal ointments for burns.
- the putty made from this substance in oil.
white lead
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noun
- Also calledceruse a white solid usually regarded as a mixture of lead carbonate and lead hydroxide; basic lead carbonate: used in paint and in making putty and ointments for the treatment of burns. Formula: 2PbCO 3 .Pb(OH) 2
- either of two similar white pigments based on lead sulphate or lead silicate
- a type of putty made by mixing white lead with boiled linseed oil
yĐÄvlog History and Origins
Origin of white lead1
Example Sentences
He understood that light would pass through the thin layers and bounce off the white lead.
Randolphâs criticism fits within a subculture of comic book, sci-fi and fantasy fans who have scrutinized Hollywood studiosâ attempts to diversify fictional worlds that have traditionally featured mostly white lead characters.
He had to stomach watching a white lead actor âput on fake eye piecesâ so that his eyes would look more âAsian.â
This show has a white director and a white lead producer, which I understand has led to some pushback.
After years of airing holiday films with straight, primarily white lead characters, Hallmark aired its first âCountdown to Christmasâ movie with gay leads in 2020.
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