leadless

1 of 2

adjective (1)

lead·​less ˈlēd-ləs How to pronounce leadless (audio)
: not having electrical leads (see lead entry 2 sense 3)
… focus on development of leadless pacemaker devices …Sambit K

leadless

2 of 2

adjective (2)

lead·​less ˈled-ləs How to pronounce leadless (audio)
: not containing lead
leadless paints

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective (1)

1998, in the meaning defined above

Adjective (2)

1809, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of leadless was in 1809

Dictionary Entries Near leadless

Cite this Entry

“Leadless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/leadless. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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