white lead

/ˈwaɪt ˌlɛd/
/ˈhwaɪt ˌlɛd/
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Definitions of white lead
  1. noun
    a poisonous white pigment that contains lead
    synonyms: ceruse, lead carbonate
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    type of:
    pigment
    dry coloring material (especially a powder to be mixed with a liquid to produce paint, etc.)
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