pot lead

1 of 2

noun

: graphite especially as used on the bottoms of racing boats

pot-lead

2 of 2

transitive verb

: to coat (as the hull of a racing boat) with pot lead

Word History

Etymology

Noun

translation of Dutch potlood

Transitive verb

pot lead

Love words?

You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.

Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:

• More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
• Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
• Advanced search features
• Ad free!