lead
//liːd//
Verb
To guide or direct someone or something by going in front or showing the way
She led us to the conference room.
To be in charge or command of a group, organization, or activity
She leads a team of engineers at the company.
To be winning or in first place in a competition or race
Our team is leading by two points.
To result in or cause a particular outcome or situation
Poor diet can lead to serious health problems.
Noun
The position at the front or in first place
She took the lead in the race.
An advantage or margin by which one is ahead of competitors
Our team has a five-point lead over the other team.
A clue or piece of information that may help solve a problem or investigation
The detective followed every lead to find the missing person.
The main role or actor in a play, film, or performance
She got the lead in the school play.
Noun
A heavy, soft, malleable metallic element with the symbol Pb and atomic number 82
Lead is a toxic metal that was once commonly used in pipes and paint.
Graphite used in pencils
The lead in my pencil broke.
Adjective
Made of or containing the metal lead
The old house had lead pipes that needed to be replaced.