"Venetian ceruse" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From its supposed origin in Venice. Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} Venetian ceruse (uncountable)
  1. (chiefly historical) A form of ceruse variously claimed to be pure white lead, equal parts white lead and barium sulfate, or white lead mixed with water and vinegar, used to whiten skin and dry sores before it was recognized to cause lead poisoning. Wikipedia link: Venetian ceruse Tags: historical, uncountable Categories (topical): Cosmetics, Inorganic compounds, Lead, Medicine Synonyms: Venetian white, spirits of Saturn Translations (Translations): céruse de Venise (French), cerusa veneciana (Spanish), cerusa de Venecia (Spanish), espíritu de Saturno (Spanish)
    Sense id: en-Venetian_ceruse-en-noun-vu05uaOv Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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