Associations to the word «Ceruse»

Adjective

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Wiktionary

CERUSE, noun. White lead, a hydrate of lead mixed with carbonate, formerly used as a white pigment, in cosmetics, and for medical purposes.

Dictionary definition

CERUSE, noun. A poisonous white pigment that contains lead.

Wise words

Wisdom does not show itself so much in precept as in life - in firmness of mind and a mastery of appetite. It teaches us to do, as well as talk, and to make our words and actions all of a color.
Lucius Annaeus Seneca