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lead

UK/li:d. led/US
NGSL 1kTOEFLA2

Definitions

v.

To guide or direct others; to be in front; to cause or result in.

领导;引导;带领;导致

n.

A position ahead of others; a heavy, bluish-gray metallic element (Pb).

领先;铅;导线

adj.

Most important or principal; foremost.

主要的;领先的

Root Breakdown

Native English
leadother
=lead

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The CEO led the company through a successful merger and expansion.

  • 2.

    The detective discovered a lead that could solve the cold case.

  • 3.

    Lead pipes in old buildings can pose serious health risks.

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