To result in or cause a particular outcome or situation. Even small mistakes in calculations can lead to a complete system failure.
To be in charge or command of something, such as an organization or activity. He will lead the meeting this afternoon.
To guide or direct a group or person in a particular direction or towards a goal. She was chosen to lead the team in the upcoming project.
To go or extend in a specified direction or toward a destination. This path leads directly to the lake.
To direct a user or reader to a specific place, page, or link. This link will lead you to our help center, where you can find more details.
To live or conduct (one’s life) in a particular way. He leads a very active life.
To be ahead or in front in a race or competition. Our team leads by 15 points before the halftime break.
To cause someone to go with one by holding them by the hand, a halter, a rope, etc., while moving forward. The teacher will lead the children to the playground.