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- pronunciation:
- lid
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
leads, leading, led |
| definition 1: |
to direct someone; guide.
He led us through the hotel to our room.- synonyms:
- conduct, guide
- similar words:
- direct, escort
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| definition 2: |
to command or direct the activities of a group of people.
The president led the nation during a difficult time.He led the orchestra for many years.- synonyms:
- command
- similar words:
- conduct, control, govern, manage, order, rule
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| definition 3: |
to have the most active or controlling part in some activity.
Who will lead the meeting today?- synonyms:
- direct
- similar words:
- conduct, control, govern, manage, rule, run
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| definition 4: |
to be first among others.
Look! Your horse is leading in the race!- similar words:
- rank, rule
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| related words: |
head |
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