Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lead-block
Noun
/liːd blɒk/
Definition
A lead block is a heavy, solid piece of lead used in various applications, including as a weight or for stabilizing equipment.
Examples
- The carpenter used a lead block to ensure the framework was stable during construction.
- In filming, a lead block was placed on the camera to prevent swaying in the wind.
- Scuba divers often take lead blocks with them to help maintain their buoyancy underwater.
Meaning
Lead blocks are primarily used to provide stability or weight to objects, preventing movement or displacement due to external forces.
Synonyms
- Weight
- Counterweight
- Ballast
