plumbism

noun

plum·bism | \ˈpləm-ˌbi-zəm

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Definition of plumbism

: lead poisoning especially when chronic

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But that happens to be my topic here – plumbism is the old-fashioned term for lead poisoning, which plagued the Roman empire and continues to plague us today. — Deborah Blum, WIRED, "Plumb Crazy," 8 Mar. 2012

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plumbism

noun

plum·bism | \ˈpləm-ˌbiz-əm

\

Medical Definition of plumbism

: lead poisoning especially : chronic lead poisoning

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