sugar of lead

American  

[led] / lɛd /

noun

Chemistry.

1. lead acetate.

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sugar of lead British  

/ lɛd /

noun

1. another name for lead acetate

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Etymology

Origin of sugar of lead

First recorded in 1655–65

Example Sentences

To him is attributed the discovery of hydrochloric acid, which he called the spirit of salt, sugar of lead, and a method of preparing sulphuric acid and probably ammonia.

From The Century of Columbus by Walsh, James J.

Ulcers may also be kept clean, if dressed with a little lard, or washed with a weak solution of sugar of lead; if they are indolent, they may be touched with blue-stone.

From Sheep, Swine, and Poultry Embracing the History and Varieties of Each; The Best Modes of Breeding; Their Feeding and Management; Together with etc. by Jennings, Robert

Treatment.—These may be treated by frequent injections into the sheath of a lotion made with 1 dram sugar of lead, 60 drops carbolic acid, and 1 quart water.

From Special Report on Diseases of Cattle by United States. Bureau of Animal Industry

With this view the application of water, either warm or cold, rendered astringent by the addition of alum or sugar of lead, will be beneficial.

From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Michener, Charles B.

To prevent muslin from fading—Use a weak solution of sugar of lead.

From The Copeland Method A Complete Manual for Cleaning, Repairing, Altering and Pressing All Kinds of Garments for Men and Women, at Home or for Busines by Copeland, Vanness