lead

⁵lead

verb \ˈled\

Definition of LEAD

transitive verb

1

: to cover, line, or weight with lead (see ⁴lead)

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 <leaded gasoline>

Origin of LEAD

(see ⁴lead)

First Known Use: 14th century

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