Definitions

1. noun

a heavy, bluish-white metal, malleable and easily melted, used in batteries, pigments, and alloys.

“The artist used a lead pencil to sketch the portrait.”

2. verb

to guide or direct the way for something or someone, especially in a process or activity.

“Can you lead the team to the conference room?”

3. verb

to cause someone to go to a particular place or to do something.

“The tour guide will lead you to the museum entrance.”

4. noun

the person or thing in charge of a group or organization.

“The team’s lead was responsible for making key decisions.”

5. noun

a position of authority or responsibility in a group or organization.

“The lead in the company was responsible for hiring new employees.”