An introduction; something that leads into the beginning of something. / A region of data at the beginning of a compact disc, holding the table of contents.

Alternative form of lead-in

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see lead, in. / To introduce, to mark the beginning of something, especially in music.

(uncountable) A heavy, pliable, inelastic metal element, having a bright, bluish color, but easily tarnished; both malleable and ductile, though with little tenacity. It is easily fusible, forms alloys with other metals, and is an ingredient of solder and type metal. Atomic number 82, symbol Pb (from Latin plumbum).

(transitive) To cover, fill, or affect with lead. / (transitive, printing, historical) To place leads between the lines of.

To guide or conduct with the hand, or by means of some physical contact connection.

(countable) The act of leading or conducting; guidance; direction, course

(not comparable) Foremost. / Main, principal.

Misspelling of led.

present participle of lead