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Ceruse
Translation of "ceruse" into Russian
ceruse
Noun
UK
/ˈsjʊəruːz/
US
/ˈsɪrʊs/
ceruse
ceruses pl
The artist used ceruse to lighten the skin tones in the portrait.
Художник использовал белила, чтобы осветлить оттенки кожи на портрете.
Additional translations
свинцовые белила
свинцовый белый пигмент
Definitions
ceruse
Noun
UK
/sɪˈruːs/
US
/səˈrus/
A white pigment made from lead carbonate, used historically in cosmetics and paint.
In the 16th century, women often used ceruse to achieve a pale complexion.
A cosmetic preparation containing white lead, used in the past to whiten the skin.
The actress applied ceruse to her face before going on stage to enhance her appearance under the dim lights.
ceruse
Verb
UK
/sɪˈruːs/
US
/səˈrus/
To apply a white lead-based cosmetic to the skin, especially to whiten the face.
In the 16th century, it was common for women to ceruse their faces to achieve a pale complexion.
To treat (wood or other material) with a white-lead paste or pigmented wax in order to accentuate the grain or texture.
They cerused the floorboards to give the room a rustic, light-toned look.
ceruse
Adjective
UK
/sɪˈruːs/
US
/səˈrus/
Relating to or treated with ceruse (white lead), especially describing a surface whitened to highlight texture.
The cabinetmaker applied a ceruse finish to the oak doors.