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lead-free

American

[led-free] / ˈlɛdˈfri /

adjective

unleaded.

lead-free British

/ ˌlɛdˈfriː /

adjective

See unleaded

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Etymology

Origin of lead-free

First recorded in 1945–50; lead ² + -free

Example Sentences

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The federal Safe Drinking Water Act Amendment in 1986 required the use of "lead-free" piping, solder and flux in buildings.

From Science Daily • Nov. 30, 2023

The Biden administration says investment is vital to fix this injustice and ensure everyone has safe, lead-free drinking water.

From Washington Times • Nov. 30, 2023

“Unlike gut piles, which are often peppered with bullet fragments, car-killed opossums and squirrels come lead-free, Whole Foods for the necrophagous set.”

From Salon • Nov. 1, 2023

If lead levels are exceeded, the bill requires schools or educational agencies to notify parents and guardians, shut down the outlet, and find an alternative source of lead-free drinking water.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 16, 2023

The enameled ware in common use in this country is lead-free.

From Food Poisoning by Jordan, Edwin Oakes

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