blacklead

/ˈblækliːd/

Definitions

1. noun

A soft, dark grey lead ore, used as a pigment or in the manufacture of pencils.

“The artist mixed the blacklead powder with turpentine to create a dark, rich paint color.”

Synonyms

  • graphite
  • lead
  • plumbago

Antonyms

  • white
  • whitewash