Chinese white
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Chinese white
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From its supposed origin in China. Compare China white, typically used for a white lead-based pigment.
noun
- A form of zinc oxide used in white paints.
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title = {Chinese white},
howpublished = {Wiktionary, via Micwyn},
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urldate = {2026-11-06}
}