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Meaning of lead in English

Noun

1. a soft, dark grey, heavy, poisonous metal used especially in the past for making water pipes or covering roofs

lead poisoning

2. the thin grey or black part in the middle of a pencil that makes a mark on paper when you write

My pencil is out of lead.

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Noun

1. a long thin piece of leather or chain that you use to control a dog

A slip lead is great for training your dog.

2. the act of leading or conducting

3. the first place in something

Verb

1. used for describing where a road, path, or river goes; extend

That road leads to the airport.

2. show someone the way by going in front of or with the person; guide or direct

She led the old woman to (the) city hall.

3. be winning at a particular time in a race or competition; be in the lead

The opponents lead by three points.

4. (cause to) be in a certain state; have as a result

Poverty led him into stealing.

5. live a particular kind of life; spend

He is leading an easy life in the country.
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