1. coated or treated with blacklead (graphite); darkened with graphite
Usage: chiefly British; historical

1. past tense and past participle of blacklead; to coat or polish with blacklead (graphite)
Usage: chiefly British; historical

Examples

• The blackleaded stove gleamed in the kitchen.
• She blackleaded the fireplace grate every week.
• The blackleaded surface of the range required regular maintenance.
• He blackleaded the metal parts to prevent rust and improve appearance.
• The blackleaded finish gave the iron a deep, dark shine.