Unleaded

/ʌnˈlɛdɪd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Containing no lead; referring especially to gasoline that does not contain tetraethyl lead.

Many modern vehicles require unleaded fuel to operate efficiently.

Referring to a product or material that does not have lead in its composition.

The paint used in the children's toys is certified as unleaded for safety.

The prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' combined with 'leaded', referring to the absence of lead.

unleaded gasoline

Fuel without lead additives commonly used in vehicles.

unleaded paint

Paint that does not contain lead, safer for health and environment.

lead

A heavy metal that is toxic and often found in older products.

fuel

A material that is burned to produce energy.

Used to denote something clean or safe, especially in reference to products.

This new product is totally unleaded.

Informally indicating something that lacks harmful substances.

I prefer unleaded drinks, nothing artificial.