sugar of lead

[ led ]

noun

, Chemistry.

1. lead acetate.

sugar of lead

/ lɛd /

noun

1. another name for lead acetate

Word History and Origins

Origin of sugar of lead¹

First recorded in 1655–65

Example Sentences

Washing the ulcerated parts with warm soap-suds, copperas, and sugar-of-lead may follow.

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