black lead

Noun

countable historical uncountable

(now historical) The metal lead. / Graphite, especially as used in pencils. / (countable) A graphite pencil.

Japanese Meaning

（歴史的な用法）鉛（金属） / 黒鉛（特に鉛筆に用いられる） / （可算名詞）黒鉛鉛筆

During the 17th century, artisans used black lead to make weights and seals.

17世紀には、職人たちは鉛を使って重りや印章を作りました。

Sense（1）

(now historical) The metal lead.

Sense（2）

Graphite, especially as used in pencils.

Sense（3）

(countable) A graphite pencil.

Sense（4）

(now historical) A type of polish made from graphite, used for kitchen cleaning and blackening grates.

black leads

（ plural ）