'Milled lead' definitions:

Definition of 'Milled lead'

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  • Milled \Milled\ (m[i^]ld), a.
  • 1. Having been subjected to some process of milling. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. Specifically: Having multiple fine grooves on the rim, in the direction from obverse to reverse; -- of coins. Coins of silver and gold were milled to make it impossible for uncrupulous persons to shave small pieces from the edge without detection. [PJC]
  • Milled cloth, cloth that has been beaten in a fulling mill.
  • Milled lead, lead rolled into sheets. [1913 Webster]

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