plumbate

/ˈplʌmbeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to cover or coat with a thin layer of lead or other metal

“The artist plumbated the statue to give it a more durable finish.”

2. noun

a substance in which lead or other metal is dissolved, especially when used as a pigment

“The artist mixed the plumbate with other materials to create a unique paint.”

Synonyms

  • gild
  • metalplate

Antonyms

  • remove
  • strip