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lead block

[ leed ]

noun

, Nautical.
  1. any block that alters the direction of a rope; fairlead.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of lead block1

First recorded in 1855–60
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Example Sentences

Retief released the grip and withdrew his arm at the same instant that the lead block slammed down.

While the tack is being riveted the finished head should be protected by placing it on a lead block.

The four reactor cores in their lead cases went aboard last and were packed inside a pile of lead-block shielding.

If we should use mercury, we would construct a cubical vessel to contain it, and use it as we propose to use the lead block.

"Speed it up, before that lead block gets you," someone called.

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