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Nov 29, 2009
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white' lead'



Pronunciation: (led), [key]
1. a white, heavy powder, basic lead carbonate, 2PbCO3·Pb(OH)2, used as a pigment, in putty, and in medicinal ointments for burns.
2. the putty made from this substance in oil.

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