lead-in

UK
/ˈliːd ɪn/
US
/ˈliːd ɪn/

Translations

lead-innoun
lead-ins
pl
UK
/ˈliːd ɪn/
US
/ˈliːd ɪn/
The lead-in to the article captured the reader's attention immediately.
L'introduction de l'article a immédiatement capté l'attention du lecteur.
séquence introductiveDans les médias audiovisuels.
The show's lead-in was so captivating that viewers couldn't wait for the main segment.
La séquence introductive de l'émission était si captivante que les téléspectateurs ne pouvaient pas attendre le segment principal.
câble d'alimentationEmploi technique.
The technician checked the lead-in to ensure the device was properly connected.
Le technicien a vérifié le câble d'alimentation pour s'assurer que l'appareil était correctement branché.
Additional translations
préambuleSurtout dans un registre soutenu ou littéraire.
lead-inadjective
more lead-in
Comp.
most lead-in
Super.
UK
/ˈliːd ɪn/
US
/ˈlid ɪn/
Used attributively before nouns to describe something that introduces or precedes.
The host's lead-in remarks set the tone for the evening.
Les remarques introductives de l'animateur ont donné le ton de la soirée.

Definitions

lead-innoun
An introduction or preamble to a piece of writing, speech, or performance.
The lead-in to the article captured the reader's attention immediately.
A wire or cable that connects an electrical device to a power source.
The technician checked the lead-in to ensure the device was properly connected.
A short segment that introduces a television or radio program.
The show's lead-in was so captivating that viewers couldn't wait for the main segment.
lead-inadjective
Introductory; serving to introduce or lead into something.
The host's lead-in remarks set the tone for the evening.