German

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Etymology

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From Blei (lead).

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈblaɪ̯ɐn/
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Adjective

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bleiern (strong nominative masculine singular bleierner, comparative bleierner, superlative am bleiernsten)

  1. (relational) lead (metal)
  2. (figurative) heavy
    bleierner Schlaf
  3. (figurative) depressing

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