Leaded
adjective
Containing lead, a heavy grey metal, or made from it.
The old house still has leaded glass windows.
Often appears as...
- leaded gasoline
- leaded windows
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Technical
adjective
Talking about fuel, especially petrol/gasoline, that has leaded additives.
Many countries have banned leaded gasoline because it is bad for the environment.
Often appears as...
- leaded gasoline
- leaded fuel
Usage tips
Technical
adjective
In printing, leaded type is spaced out with small strips of lead.
The newspaper was printed in leaded type, making it easier to read.
Often appears as...
- leaded type
- leaded print
Usage tips
Technical
adjective
Containing lead, a heavy grey metal, or made from it.
The old house still has leaded glass windows.
Often appears as...
- leaded gasoline
- leaded windows
Usage tips
Technical
adjective
Talking about fuel, especially petrol/gasoline, that has leaded additives.
Many countries have banned leaded gasoline because it is bad for the environment.
Often appears as...
- leaded gasoline
- leaded fuel
Usage tips
Technical
adjective
In printing, leaded type is spaced out with small strips of lead.
The newspaper was printed in leaded type, making it easier to read.
Often appears as...
- leaded type
- leaded print
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Health Hazard
Leaded products are hazardous and linked to health problems, so they're often highlighted for safety.
Be careful with that toy; it's made of leaded materials.
Pro Tip 2/3Historical Usage
Leaded items are less common now due to health risks but were once widely used in various products.
This museum exhibits leaded jewelry from ancient times.
Pro Tip 3/3Antique Charm
Leaded glass is valued in antiques for its old-fashioned aesthetic and craftsmanship.
The leaded crystal vase on the mantelpiece is from the Victorian era.
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Frances Beinecke
American Activist
The U.S. has a proud history of cleaning up our air through technological innovation. We did it with leaded gas, acid rain and countless other pollutants, and we can do it with carbon pollution, too.
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Frances Beinecke
American Activist
The U.S. has a proud history of cleaning up our air through technological innovation. We did it with leaded gas, acid rain and countless other pollutants, and we can do it with carbon pollution, too.
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