Led

/lɛd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a type of light-emitting diode used for lighting.

The new LED lights are more energy-efficient.

verb

past tense of lead; to have shown the way.

She led the team to victory in the championship.

to direct or guide.

He led the discussion on climate change.

to be in charge or command.

The manager led the project from start to finish.

Past tense of lead, derived from Old English 'lǣdan', which means 'to guide'.

led by example

To serve as a role model through one's own actions.

take the lead

To assume control or responsibility.

lead the charge

To be the first to take action in a situation.

lead someone on

To mislead someone into believing something that is untrue.

lead from the front

To take initiative or charge in a situation.

lead

To guide or direct.

leader

A person who leads or commands a group.

leading

Being in front or in a position of influence.

leadership

The action of leading a group.

To be the first among peers.

He's always led the pack when it comes to trends.

To take charge in a social situation.

She led the squad during the party.