Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Sounding Lead.
Sounding Lead - as a noun
A metal bob at the end of a sounding line
Example Sentences
"The sailor dropped the sounding lead into the water to measure the depth."
"They used a sounding lead to determine the bottom contours of the lake."
"The captain held the sounding lead at arm's length and swung it in a large arc."
"The crewman pulled up the sounding lead to check for any sediment on the line."
"The use of a sounding lead is essential for accurate navigation in murky waters."
