LEAD


Meaning of LEAD in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' led

Function: transitive verb

Date: 14th century

1 : to cover, line, or weight with lead

2 : to fix (window glass) in position with leads

3 : to put space between the lines of (typeset matter)

4 : to treat or mix with lead or a lead compound < lead ed gasoline>

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