tetraethyllead
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of tetraethyllead
First recorded in 1920–25; tetraethyl + lead 2
Example Sentences
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Petroleum containing tetraethyllead, a form of lead, was first sold almost 100 years ago to increase engine performance.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 30, 2021
In 2012 tetraethyllead generated one-tenth of Innospec’s $776 million in revenue, down from 90 percent in 2000.
From Salon • Sep. 8, 2013
Annually, Innospec sells about 450,000 gallons of tetraethyllead to avgas producers.
From Salon • Sep. 8, 2013
The lead added to avgas is a clear liquid known technically as tetraethyllead.
From Salon • Sep. 8, 2013
In addition to its anti-knock qualities, tetraethyllead performs several functions in piston-powered airplane engines.
From Salon • Sep. 8, 2013
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