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plumbism

/ˈplʌm.ɪz.əm/

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noun

/ˈplʌm.ɪz.əm/C2formalmedical
  • ruМедицинское состояние, возникающее в результате всасывания чрезмерного количества свинца в организм, приводящее к отравлению.

A medical condition resulting from the absorption of excessive amounts of lead into the body, leading to toxicity.

uncountable

  1. Lead poisoningC2formalmedical

    A toxic condition caused by the absorption of excessive lead into the body, affecting the nervous system and other organs.

    ruОтравление свинцом

    • Chronic plumbism can lead to neurological damage in children.
    • Workers in battery factories are at risk of developing plumbism.
    • The patient was diagnosed with plumbism after prolonged exposure to lead paint.

    Synonymslead poisoningsaturnism