Minium

[miniәm]

Definition

(n.) A heavy, brilliant red pigment, consisting of an oxide of lead, Pb3O4, obtained by exposing lead or massicot to a gentle and continued heat in the air. It is used as a cement, as a paint, and in the manufacture of flint glass. Called also red lead.

Editor: Pasquale

Synonyms and Synonymous

n. Red lead, red oxide of lead.

Editor: Pierre

Definition

n. red oxide of lead.—adj. Min′iate minium coloured.—v.t. to paint with minium.

Typist: Meg